Wireless Comm Engineer I/Telecommunications Engineer - C

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This position will be based at JB Langley-Eustis, VA.

We are seeking a Wireless Engineer to support the Air Force Information Network (AFIN), a secure, high-speed digital communications infrastructure supporting global Department of the Air Force (DAF) bases. AFIN ensures real-time Command and Control (C2) information for day-to-day operations and contingencies. As part of the CSS3 contract, you will maintain and upgrade the Base Information Transport Infrastructure (BITI) Wireless program, which provides wireless services to Active-Duty Air Force (ADAF) and Air National Guard (ANG) sites. Your work will involve supporting wireless infrastructure, troubleshooting network issues, and managing the addition and removal of equipment as the network evolves, contributing to the Air Force's global operational readiness.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

* Resolve tickets related to wireless network connectivity and track common outage reasons.

* Remove rogue access points (APs) and block interfering APs as identified by base NCCs.

* Administer and maintain heat maps and AP floor plans in the Airwave Management System.

* Manage and support all BITI Wireless hardware/software assets, ensuring compliance with BITI Wireless ATO.

* Provide Tier 3 support for AF BITI Wireless users, handling configuration management, upgrades, and troubleshooting.

* Coordinate and implement network changes and resolve wired infrastructure issues.

* Troubleshoot physical and logical connectivity issues, including Layer 1-3, Active Directory, and DHCP.

* Guide users on properly configuring devices for successful wireless network access.

* Collaborate with OEM engineers to diagnose and resolve network issues.

* Assist in compliance inspections, including CORA (CCRI), Scope Edge, and NETLAW.

* Provision and verify the network connectivity of new and relocated access points.

* Document processes for configuring and managing BITI Wireless devices.

* Provide emergency restoration support for wireless networks at remote sites.

* Maintain a database of all provisioned access points and controllers.

* Serve as a liaison between the BITI Program Office and Network Operations Security Centers (NOSCs).

Desired Education & Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field.

* Minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably on Department of Defense (DoD) programs.

* 3 years of experience in the administration of Juniper & Pulse Secure Network Access Controllers (NAC).

Minimum Certification Requirements:

* Information Assurance (IA) Technician (IAT) Level II (DODM 8140)

Potentially Required Certification(s):

* Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) or equivalent, with experience in Routers, Switches, and Network Fabric

* Aruba Certified Mobility Associate (ACMA) or Certified Wireless Network Associate (CWNA)

* Aruba Certified Mobility Professional (ACMP)

* Aruba Certified ClearPass Associate (ACCA)

* Aruba Certified ClearPass Professional (ACCP)

Security Clearance:

* Valid DoD Secret clearance is required. Additionally, NATO Secret and/or DoD Top Secret/SSBI clearances, favorably adjudicated for SCI eligibility, are required at certain locations

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.

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