Lead Wireless Engineer- C

Telos Corporation; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401k

Job summary

Telos Corporation is seeking a senior network systems engineer focused on enterprise wireless and wired networks. The role involves design, site surveys, hardware/software integration, and hands-on implementation across routers, switches, firewalls and access points.

You will work with senior engineers, maintain security protocols (WPA2/3, 802.1x), perform RF analysis with Ekahau, and produce comprehensive documentation. Travel up to 40–60% and US citizenship required.

Qualifications

• DoD 8140 Cyber IT Workforce compliant (Security+ or equiv).
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training or experience (8-10 years).
• Experience in general networking and network administration, upgrade and operations.
• Good technical writing skills with established experience producing reports using the Microsoft Office Suite including Visio.
• An understanding of telecom room (TR), CAT 6, crimps, and wiring standards; BICSI a plus.
• Experience with team leading, site survey, site installation and configuration of 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wireless Network equipment.
• Exposure to enterprise wireless systems (e.g., Cisco, Cambium, Ruckus).
• Understanding of wireless security practices and authentication methods; NAC is a plus.
• Use Ekahau for measuring and diagnostic equipment to test and optimize wireless systems.
• Understanding of wired networks including routers, switches, VPN, VLANs, QoS.

Responsibilities

• Identify, gather and review requirements for wired/wireless LAN design and implementation.
• Perform site surveys to design networks and identify device placement and materials.
• Conduct wireless site surveys and RF analysis using Ekahau, AirMagnet, etc.
• Create and deliver documentation of design, floorplans, signal strength maps and integration approach.
• Lead and coordinate work of others including team members and subcontractors.
• Stay updated with industry standards (Wi‑Fi 6/6E/7) and security policies.

Skills

DoD 8140 compliance

Wireless networking

Technical writing

Network engineering

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline

Tools

Ekahau

AirMagnet

Job description

The most security-conscious organizations trust Telos Corporation to protect their vital IT assets. The reputation of our company rests on the quality of our solutions and the integrity of our people. Explore what you can bring to our solutions in the areas of cyber, cloud and enterprise security.

Be a part of the Telos culture and see what sets us apart! Telos offers an excellent compensation package Salary: Min 130,000.00 - Max 199,000.00/ per year depending on experience and qualifications, with benefits that include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401k. Our employees enjoy more than just a great work environment!

This position will be based at Remote/Ashburn.

Responsibilities

Perform a broad range of network system engineering and integration activities focused on wireless systems solution development from requirements analysis, solution design, integration, verification/validation, implementation, to documentation and sustainment, involving hardware, software, and user support activities. This is a deep technical position performing enterprise level survey and wireless network design as well as hands on implementation of systems. You will be working on all aspects of enterprise network engineering, to include routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, etc. Advanced troubleshooting support to resolve network issues will be required.

• Identify, gather and review requirements collection supporting the design and implementation of Wired/wireless LANs.
• Perform site surveys to design the network and identify the device placement and materials required to implement and configure wired/wireless LANs.
• Conduct wireless site survey and basic RF spectrum analysis using tools such as Ekahau, AirMagnet, etc.
• Creates and delivers extensive documentation of the design, floorplans, signal strength maps, device location, required materials and integration approach for the wired/wireless network.
• Relies on extensive knowledge of networks to facilitate the design of wired/wireless LAN/WAN systems and enable their integration into an existing wired network.
• Designs, configures, implements and tests complex wireless networks and associated wired network equipment to enable a fully integrated network system
• Work with senior engineers to implement wired and wireless security protocols and policies (e.g., WPA2/3, 802.1x, captive portal, RADIUS Authentication, etc...)
• Performs test and evaluation of wired and wireless networks to confirm performance and security in accordance with established thresholds.
• Designs and tests prototype network components and configurations to validate designs prior to fielding
• Supports firmware upgrades and patching of hardware.
• Assist with wireless capacity planning and coverage optimizations.
• Provides and authors detailed technical documentation to include proposal documentation, integration instructions, assembly.
• Performs site surveys based on customer requirements and documents detailed technical infrastructure information to enable effective design and successful implementation
• Leads and directs the work of others to include team members and subcontractors.
• Stay updated with industry trends, standards (e.g., Wi‑Fi 6/6E/7)

Qualifications

Aruba wireless professional certifications with experience in fielding, configuring and managing Aruba systems, AP’s and network equipment.

• Candidate must be DoD 8140 Cyber IT Workforce compliant (Security+ or equiv).
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training or experience (8 -10 years).
• Experience in general networking and network administration, upgrade and operations.
• Good technical writing skills with established experience producing reports using the Microsoft Office Suite including Visio. Knowledge of enterprise design concepts and field implementation.
• An understanding of telecommunication room (TR), CAT 6, crimps, and wiring standards. Having a BICSI certification is a plus.
• Experience with team leading, site survey, site installation and configuration of 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wireless Network equipment.
• Additional exposure and experience with enterprise wireless systems (e.g. Cisco, Cambium, Ruckus, etc…).
• Understanding of wireless security practices and authentication methods. Experience deploying Network Access Control is a plus.
• Use Ekahau for measuring and diagnostic equipment to test, adjust and optimize wireless network system operation.
• An understanding of wired networks to include equipment (router, switch and VPN), protocols (Vlan, Trunking and QoS) and the propagation of network traffic.
• Experience working aloft and understanding of OSHA rules for work on man lifts.
• In accordance with our travel reimbursement policy, employees must pay for travel expenses in advance which will be timely reimbursed.
• The ability to travel up to 40-60% of the time.
• Exceptional people skills with focus on good customer relations and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of military and government personnel.
• Able to climb ladders up to 12ft and lift/carry objects up to 50lbs
• A valid driver's license is also required.
• An active DoD Secret Clearance is required.
• The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.

The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.

Telos maintains a drug-free workplace and will conduct drug testing on all applicants who have accepted an offer of employment.

Telos Corporation participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with Telos will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration ("SSA") and/or the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") of your authorization to work in the United States. Telos offers excellent compensation packages including salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future.

Telos Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Telos Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 1-800-283-1911. If you require relay service assistance, please click on the following link to review information on your state's relay service: https://www.fcc.gov/accessibility.

Telos Corporation is an EEO/AA employer.