Senior Wireless Network Engineer

Company Overview

XPECT Solutions, LLC has built a strong reputation by supporting our clients in meeting their strategic goals and mission objectives. We provide high quality resources for a wide range of IT and security solutions at best-value pricing. Our success is built on a solid foundation of well-vetted, highly technical personnel, a disciplined project management approach, and an overarching commitment to customer service. We develop, test, deploy, and support exceptional solutions that enhance system functionality, while maximizing reliability and availability, and ensure the tightest security.

Job Overview

XPECT Solutions, Inc. is looking for a Senior Wireless Engineer on an effort supporting our Federal Government Client in Quantico, VA. The ideal candidate will provide technical engineering support for our large federal government agency’s highly complex network infrastructure environment to include multiple enclaves comprising various classification levels.

The Senior Wireless Engineer will be responsible for plan, design, develop, install, modify, and test networks, application programs and/or computer-based systems. Translate systems/subsystems designs and detailed designs into fully functioning and architecturally compliant networks, applications or computer-based systems. This position requires knowledge of servers, workstations, and other programmable systems such as controllers and handheld devices. The Senior Wireless Engineer will provide advice on differing networking implementations and designs. Provide problem resolution, compliance testing and design recommendations.

They must have hands-on experience with internetworking equipment to include configuration, installation and/or troubleshooting. Work with senior technical and user staff in a consultative role on their projects. Aid and provide guidance to less experienced contractor technical staff. This position will provide senior level leadership to the project in all areas of technical implementation.

Core Responsibilities (to include but not limited to):

- Plan, design, develop, install, modify, and test networks, application programs and/or computer-based systems.

- Translate systems/subsystems designs and detailed designs into fully functioning and architecturally compliant networks, applications or computer-based systems.

- Provide advice on differing networking implementations and designs. Provide problem resolution, compliance testing and design recommendations

- Aid and provide guidance to less experienced contractor technical staff.

- Provide senior level leadership to the project in all areas of technical implementation.

Requirements

- Active Tops Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI

- Bachelor's degree in relevant field or additional 6+ years of experience

- 6+ years of experience designing, developing, and implementing wireless solutions

- Experience with various WLAN topologies, including indoor, outdoor, high-density, campus, mesh, remote, and industrial

- Experience with WLAN survey tools to perform Active, Passive, and AP on a Stick surveys

- Experience with Spectrum Analyzer tools

- Experience with AAA and identity-based access solutions for WLAN deployments

- Experience with wireless intrusion detection and prevention systems, including WIDS and WIPS

- Understanding of Cisco switching and ability to troubleshoot basic AP connectivity issues

- Ability to troubleshoot wireless client devices

- Ability to perform monitoring of various WLAN technologies and topologies

- Ability to be a self-starter and work independently, with good communication (written and oral) and coordination skills

Preferred Additional Skills and Qualifications

- CCNP Wireless or CCIE certifications

- Certified Wireless Network Professional Certifications (CWDP, CWAP, CWSP, CWNE)

- Experience working on an Enterprise Network

- Highly self-motivated and directed, with attention to detail

Benefits

Xpect Solutions, LLC is a one-of-a-kind employer with a talented team that is cleared at various levels and is certified in dozens of industry-recognized certifications. Our talented staff are the key to our success. They bring the knowledge, experience and technical skills to deliver the best solutions to our customers.

We support our team by providing open communication, win-win partnerships with clients and vendors, a team-oriented culture that supports employee focus on professional development and growth for a long-lasting and happy career.

We offer a benefits package that is designed to keep our most important assets – our employees – healthy, happy, energized and moving forward. Our philosophy is simple – empower our employees with the benefits, resources and the financial incentives they need to be successful.

Benefits and Perks:

- A Company Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision plan

- Retirement Savings Plan

- Life Insurance

- AD&D Insurance

- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

- 3 weeks of annual PTO

- 11 days of Holiday PTO

- Performance Awards

- Referral Bonuses (of up to $5,000)

- Education Reimbursement/Training (of up to $2,500/year)

Total compensation for this role may reach up to $210,000 annually with Full Benefits eligibility.

* Actual starting salary will be determined within the posted range based on the candidate’s verified years of experience, relevant certifications, and qualifications against the role’s requirements.

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