Dec 10, 2024
Secret
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$100,000 - $125,000
Occasional travel
IT - Networking
Position Overview
C1 Gov is seeking an experienced Lead Wireless Engineer to lead and oversee the wireless network design, integration, and modernization of Base Area Networks for a U.S. Air Force project. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the deployment and sustainment of a secure, high-performance wireless infrastructure that aligns with government standards. This role requires a highly skilled engineer with a background in enterprise wireless network design and implementation, who holds a Secret-level security clearance.
Key Responsibilities
- Network Design and Architecture:
- Lead the development and implementation of modernized wireless network designs, including designing, configuring, and troubleshooting wireless infrastructure in line with U.S. Air Force requirements.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including network diagrams, System/Subsystem Design Documents (S/SDD), and operational viewpoints.
- Technical Leadership and Project Oversight:
- Act as the primary technical point of contact for all wireless aspects of the project, including coordination with other network and cybersecurity teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
- Conduct Preliminary Integration Review (PIR) and Critical Integration Review (CIR) with stakeholders, ensuring designs meet operational and security standards.
- Quality Assurance and Compliance:
- Ensure wireless infrastructure complies with DoD standards, specifically focusing on Zero Trust Network Authentication Controls and other U.S. Government security protocols.
- Oversee testing, validation, and integration of wireless systems, ensuring adherence to performance, security, and quality objectives.
- Support and Sustainment:
- Provide ongoing technical support and leadership to address network issues, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot complex wireless network problems.
- Collaborate with the Program Manager and cybersecurity teams on incident response, vulnerability management, and network optimization.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in wireless network engineering, with a focus on large-scale enterprise or government projects.
- Demonstrated experience in designing, configuring, and troubleshooting 802.11 wireless networks, network services, and radio frequency (RF) optimization.
- Certifications:
- Certified Wireless Design Professional (CWDP) or equivalent.
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or similar certifications preferred.
- CompTIA Security+ certification required.
- Security Clearance: Active Secret-level clearance (Top Secret may be preferred or required based on project requirements).
Key Skills and Competencies
- Technical Proficiency: Strong expertise in TCP/IP networking, VLANs, VPNs, QoS, and Wi-Fi site surveys and design.
- Analytical and Problem Solving: Ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective solutions to meet project objectives.
- Project Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage timelines, prioritize tasks, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Attention to Detail: Strong focus on quality and adherence to government standards, ensuring all wireless solutions meet stringent security and performance criteria.
C1 Gov is seeking an experienced Lead Wireless Engineer to lead and oversee the wireless network design, integration, and modernization of Base Area Networks for a U.S. Air Force project. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the deployment and sustainment of a secure, high-performance wireless infrastructure that aligns with government standards. This role requires a highly skilled engineer with a background in enterprise wireless network design and implementation, who holds a Secret-level security clearance.
Key Responsibilities
- Network Design and Architecture:
- Lead the development and implementation of modernized wireless network designs, including designing, configuring, and troubleshooting wireless infrastructure in line with U.S. Air Force requirements.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including network diagrams, System/Subsystem Design Documents (S/SDD), and operational viewpoints.
- Technical Leadership and Project Oversight:
- Act as the primary technical point of contact for all wireless aspects of the project, including coordination with other network and cybersecurity teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
- Conduct Preliminary Integration Review (PIR) and Critical Integration Review (CIR) with stakeholders, ensuring designs meet operational and security standards.
- Quality Assurance and Compliance:
- Ensure wireless infrastructure complies with DoD standards, specifically focusing on Zero Trust Network Authentication Controls and other U.S. Government security protocols.
- Oversee testing, validation, and integration of wireless systems, ensuring adherence to performance, security, and quality objectives.
- Support and Sustainment:
- Provide ongoing technical support and leadership to address network issues, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot complex wireless network problems.
- Collaborate with the Program Manager and cybersecurity teams on incident response, vulnerability management, and network optimization.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in wireless network engineering, with a focus on large-scale enterprise or government projects.
- Demonstrated experience in designing, configuring, and troubleshooting 802.11 wireless networks, network services, and radio frequency (RF) optimization.
- Certifications:
- Certified Wireless Design Professional (CWDP) or equivalent.
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or similar certifications preferred.
- CompTIA Security+ certification required.
- Security Clearance: Active Secret-level clearance (Top Secret may be preferred or required based on project requirements).
Key Skills and Competencies
- Technical Proficiency: Strong expertise in TCP/IP networking, VLANs, VPNs, QoS, and Wi-Fi site surveys and design.
- Analytical and Problem Solving: Ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective solutions to meet project objectives.
- Project Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage timelines, prioritize tasks, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Attention to Detail: Strong focus on quality and adherence to government standards, ensuring all wireless solutions meet stringent security and performance criteria.
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