BITI Wireless Engineer II

SMS Data Products Group, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a BITI Wireless Engineer II to enhance their systems infrastructure. This role involves supporting the design and implementation of hardware and software, ensuring compliance with technical orders, and managing system configurations. You will work closely with network engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues while maintaining documentation for asset management. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about infrastructure support, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact within a respected organization known for its commitment to quality and innovation.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of infrastructure support experience in data center environments.
• Hands-on experience with advanced networking concepts and troubleshooting.
• Active IAT II certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain configuration data within AirWave Management System.
• Troubleshoot wired infrastructure components related to BITI Wireless.
• Coordinate testing and validation of system upgrades.

Skills

Infrastructure Support

Advanced Networking Concepts

Troubleshooting

Disaster Recovery

Internet Protocol (IP) Routing

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

AirWave Management System

Aruba ClearPass

Juniper/Pulse Secure NAC

Job description

BITI Wireless Engineer II

Job Locations

US-KS-Wichita

Job ID

2025-5052

# of Openings

1

Clearance Requirement

S

Education Requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Certifications

CompTIA Sec+, ACCP within 90 days

Experience Level

Mid-level

8570 Compliant

IAT 2

Overview

The BITI Wireless Systems Engineer II provides support in the engineering and maintenance of the organization'ssystems infrastructure, including supporting the design and implementation of hardware and software while monitoring the performance ofdeployed systems. The position assists with architectural documentation, Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) documentation and validation, STIG compliance, status reports and updates. Additionally, the position assists in coordinating amongst resources and stakeholders for the testing and validation of system upgrades and modifications for new projects and existing deployments, as well as supports configuration and change managements processes; and ensures project/action plans, updates/upgrade tasks, and potential issues are briefed to appropriate stakeholders.

As a dynamic systems integrator, SMS offers proven solutions in engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. With expertise in modernizing and optimizing legacy infrastructure and systems, ensuring operational efficiency, and designing, implementing, and managing secure environments, SMS supports business and mission goals with proficiency, quality, and integrity.

SMS has been serving the advanced information technology needs of the federal government since 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers' missions for more than 45 years. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com.

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Responsibilities

Block network connectivity and remove rogue Access Points (APs) as identified by base NCCs.
• Block or permit access as required for interfering APs as identified by base NCCs.
• Maintain current configuration data within AirWave Management System.
• Maintain any future expansions of BITI Wireless Technologies Air Force-wide.
• Troubleshoot fixed wired infrastructure components as they relate to BITI Wireless technologies.
• Assist users in troubleshooting of wireless access issues.
• Work closely with Aruba network engineers in troubleshooting, fault isolation, and problem resolution.
• Provide support with regards to system inspections (i.e. CCRI, Scope Edge, etc.).
• Maintain the provisioning and network connectivity of APs.
• Adhere to published processes/procedures for the configuration/management of BITI Wireless devices.
• Respond to emergency outages and ensure proper functionality of system.
• Maintain documentation for configuration and asset management of fielded APs and controllers.
• Work with FERs to provide liaison activities between BITI Wireless PMO and field units.
• Configure and manage Aruba ClearPass Publisher and subscriber network.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues with regards to VRF and GRE tunnels.

Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years of progressively responsible infrastructure support with experience in mid-to-large data center environments.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in:
  • Juniper/Pulse Secure NAC a plus
  • Advanced networking concepts, VLAN, trunking and port channel
• Demonstrated advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting abilities
• Disaster Recovery - expertise in risk reduction, Hot/Warm site DR architecture, high availability, planning for disaster situations
• Knowledge of data communications, local-area networking, wide-area networking, routers, and switches
• Network (Layer 2, 3) LAN/WAN knowledge and switches/routers
• Thorough understanding of Internet Protocol (IP) routing, switching, and the OSI model.
• Ability to coordinate activities across multiple agencies while prioritizing critical/high-priority taskings.
• Possess refined critical thinking skills, should be a self-starter, and multi-task capable.
• Approach work as diplomatic, adaptive to a dynamic environment, dependable and reliable.

Certification

• Qualified candidates must have an active IAT II certification.

Clearance

• Position requires an active DoD Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance.

SMS is a dynamic systems integrator established in 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers' missions for more than 47 years. Our ability to hire and retain quality people in a rapidly evolving IT market is proven through our employee retention rate averaging over 3 years. At SMS, we place a high value on quality of service, customer satisfaction, and best-of-breed policies and practices, resulting in CMMI Level 3 certification and ISO registrations including 9001:2015, 20000-1:2018, and ISO/IEC 27001:2013. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States.

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.