LAN/WLAN Network Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides telecommunications enhancement designs for medium and large-scale telecommunication infrastructures
• Applies knowledge of LAN/WLAN engineering and scientific principles, and computer technologies
• Provide Survey and Design efforts for LAN and WLAN modernization efforts which may include various types of LAN/WLAN hardware (i.e. Aruba, Ruckus, Juniper, or Cisco) for capacity, redundancy, signal strength, and/or device placement
• Generate a cost analysis based on historical data provided by the government and create a Total-vs-partial estimate to compare OEM electronics and provide a recommendation to the government
• Configuration and installation of network routers, switches, wireless controllers, and access points
• Implement Campus Area Network and VLANs subnet IP addressing migrations
• Ensure Cybersecurity requirements are met for all installed components
• Assist with Implementation Plans and other documentation as required by the PWS
• Assist with developing a List of Materials for all hardware and installation materials necessary to complete the installation

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS with 10 years’ experience, or HS with 15 years’ experience with relevant technical certifications
• Secret Clearance required
• Cisco CCNA or Juniper JNCIA certification required
• IAT Level II Preferred
  • CCNA-Security
  • CySA+ **
  • GICSP
  • GSEC
  • Security+ CE
  • CND
  • SSCP
• 7 years’ experience with Enterprise networks
• 2 years’ experience in the design and implementation of LAN/WLANs
• Knowledge of RF transmissions, mapping and surveying, configuration of access points, antennas and related equipment, cabling infrastructure to support WLAN systems, client wireless configurations, operations and troubleshooting.

This program provides direct support to the U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command Fort Detrick Engineering Directorate in their mission to support the DHA LAN/WLAN Modernization Program. Requirements include surveying, designing/engineering, procurement, installation, implementation, and project management services related to the expansion, modernization, or replacement of LAN/WLAN infrastructure at Military Treatment Facilities and associated outlying medical facilities / Geographically Separated Unit (GSU) locations. Work locations are in the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS).

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Telework
• Type of environment: Remote
• Noise level: Low
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: 75% or less 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizenship

Secret Clearance

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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