Sr Network Wireless Engineer

Technology Consulting Inc.
Raleigh / durham / CH, NC
15 Apr 2024

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TCI has an immediate need for an

Sr Network Wireless Engineer in Raleigh, NC. This is not a Corp2Corp opportunity. This is a long-term contract opportunity with the probability of hire. In addition to competitive, market-rate based pay, TCI provides all our Consultants with Comprehensive Medical/Dental Insurance, 401k, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability benefits.

Please note that this position requires a DoD Public Trust Security Clearance NOTE: Must be available to work onsite at client facility in Raleigh, NC. No remote work.

SUMMARYWe are seeking a Sr Network Wireless Engineer who is adept with wireless technologies, such as Wi-Fi, WiMAX, and WAP to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Support a Cisco centric WAN, LAN, and WLAN environment. This includes routers, firewalls, security, WLAN.
  • Conducting wireless site surveys and wireless assessments
  • Conduct predictive wireless assessments and deployments
  • Perform installation, maintenance and upgrade of wireless controllers and access points.
  • Implement and support a secure wireless network for an enterprise-wide wired and wireless infrastructure.
  • Central focus is in supporting the wireless infrastructure and associated wireless technology projects.
  • Paired with another junior engineer, manage 3-4 large simultaneous wireless refresh projects per quarter to completion
  • Monitor system for trouble areas and proactively resolve and document root cause.
  • Performing site installs, maintenance, upgrades or software enhancements to support the network infrastructure needs.
  • Function as a point of escalation for operational entities regarding regular or complex issues.
  • Work on daily service tickets while engaged on enterprise wireless deployments.
  • Own and fulfill small to large strategic or tactical wireless projects.
  • Engage with manufacturer technical support centers to quickly resolve issues as they arise as necessary.
  • Design, test and implement new Wi-Fi deployments and upgrades to existing infrastructure
  • Willing to travel up to 10% for occasional short-term assignments.

REQUIREMENTS
  • 7+ years of Enterprises WAN/LAN/WLAN experience and high-density deployments.
  • 5+ years of Cisco devices configuration experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or associated discipline preferred and a minimum of 7 years of applicable Networking experience.
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of 802.11n and 802.11a
  • Strong experience with both centralized and local Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers.
  • Strong experience with Cisco Lightweight Access Points.
  • Strong understanding of WLAN technologies, network management, 802.11 b/g/n/ac standards.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with analysis tools such as Ekahau, Air Magnet, Wireshark, etc.
  • Experience or understanding of scripting languages, such as Bash, Perl, or Python
  • Experience working with customers remotely and over the phone to assist with network troubleshooting and ability to escalate issues as needed.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office products including Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
  • Ability to change physical locations based upon need (walking in and between buildings outside)
  • Willing to work occasional on-call and after-hours support rotation
  • Willing to travel up to 25% for occasional short-term assignments.
  • Must be U.S. Citizen and eligible for a Public Trust clearance