Wireless Systems Engineer (Telework)

Full Time
Remote
Posted
Job description

Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future

Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first. At ManTech International Corporation, you’ll help protect our national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement.

Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Wireless Systems Engineer. This position allows for telework to candidates who reside in Vermont, Washington D.C., Maryland, or Virginia area(s).

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Manage access points, wireless controllers, wireless authentication, accounting, and authorization.

  • Work with Network Architecture and Engineering and Operation teams using ticketing system, to track and monitor wireless requests.

  • Use monitoring tools, such as Cisco DNAC, to monitor the performance of the wireless infrastructure and take corrective actions before users are impacted.

  • Work closely with network engineers and architects to assist in design and implementation of new wireless technologies.

  • Provide 7x24x365 Operations and Maintenance support to the USCIS wireless network environment.

  • Support to include but not limited to, wireless access points, wireless controllers, and wireless authentication, accounting, and authorization tool such as Cisco ISE.

  • Use WiFi survey tools to perform predictive and on-site passive/active validation surveys/

  • Use RF analysis tools to locate/determine causes of interference or other causes of WiFi network degradation.

  • Responsible for the overall platform management, code version, and patch management.

  • Use the USCIS ticketing system for work assignment, tracking, and closing.

  • Identify and resolve any wireless system instabilities.

  • Work closely with the USCIS Network Engineer and Architect team to assist in the design and implementation of new wireless technologies in the support of the USCIS mission.

Familiar with tools such as:

  • Cisco Identity Services Engine

  • Cisco DNAC

  • Cisco Meraki

  • Cisco Wireless Access Points

  • Cisco Wireless controllers

  • Cisco IOS for troubleshooting/configuring routers/switches

  • Ekahau AI Pro

  • Cisco Mobility Services Engine

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related field preferred. 1-3 years of experience.

  • Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing, collaborative environment.

  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills required.

  • Must have strong critical thinking, complex problem solving, appropriate judgment, and decision-making skills

  • Experience with major cloud providers preferred.

  • Possess superior technical aptitude and effective written and verbal communications skills.

  • Familiarity with some of these tools strongly preferred:

    Ansible

    Wireshark

    AlgoSec

    CISCO ASA

    Cisco Firepower

    Cisco DNAC

    Cisco Security Manager

    IPS/IDS Modules

    SolarWinds

    Splunk

    Stealthwatch

    Infoblox

    Service Now

Preferred Qualifications:

  • CCNA, CWNA, or equivalent experience, ITIL v4 preferred

  • Familiar with tools including: ServiceNow, GitHub, Jira, Confluence

  • Experience with ITIL, DevSecOps and Agile concepts

  • Experience supporting Government contracts

Security Clearance Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain Public Trust and complete DHS Security Clearance

  • Ability to obtain DHS EOD suitability

  • Current DHS EOD highly preferred

Physical Requirements:

  • Office work, typically sedentary with some movement around the office. Some CONUS travel required.

The projected compensation range for this position is $70,000-$65,000. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it’s employees beyond just compensation. ManTech’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please contact ManTech's Corporate EEO Department at (703) 218-6000. ManTech is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer - minorities, females, disabled and protected veterans are urged to apply. ManTech's utilization of any external recruitment or job placement agency is predicated upon its full compliance with our equal opportunity/affirmative action policies. ManTech does not accept resumes from unsolicited recruiting firms. We pay no fees for unsolicited services.

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