Wireless Network Engineer

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Sentar is seeking a Wireless Network Engineer in Ft. Bragg, NC!

Role Description:

Wireless Network Engineers perform tier three wireless network support in accordance with the SIE OPORD. This position requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills and must be knowledgeable about both wired and wireless network technology. An in-depth background in wireless equipment, standards, protocols, and security standards, as well as wireless local area network (WLAN) design is necessary. Wireless Network Engineers must also be effective communicators with excellent written, verbal communications, and presentation skills to collaborate successfully with network technicians, vendors, and managers. Wireless Network Engineers should also demonstrate leadership skills and excellent customer interaction skills.

Typical duties include:

• Performing systems engineering, design, analysis, and experimentation of wireless networks

• Evaluating the performance of Media Access Control (MAC) and higher layers of various types of wireless networks

• Researching, designing and implementing wireless networks, including the definition of applicable engineering specifications and resource requirements for network hardware and software

• Making recommendations for wireless network optimization, additions and upgrades to meet the Government’s requirements

• Conducting and documenting radio frequency (RF) coverage and site surveys

• Documenting network infrastructure and design

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI

Education Requirements: Associate of Science degree in Information Technology, IT Security, Network Systems Technology or relevant field of study. Significant relevant experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.

Certification Requirements:

• DoDD 8570 IAT Level II or higher

AND

• CWNE OR

• CCNP Enterprise with one network wireless concentration OR

• CWNP Certified Wireless Network Administrator OR

• CWNP Certified Wireless Technology Specialist OR

• Aruba Certified Mobility Professional OR

• CCIE Wireless

Experience Requirements :

• 8 or more years in LAN/WAN engineering and design work.

• Including 3-5 years specializing in wireless technologies, such as Wi-Fi and Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX).

Impact: 

This position supports the USSOCOM SITEC II Enterprise Operations and Maintenance (EOM) contract. Your career at Jacobs enables USSOCOM to fulfill its mission to “Provide fully capable Special Operations Forces (SOF) to defend the United States and its interests and synchronize planning for global operations against terrorist networks.” As a member of our team, you will support the vice president of the Enterprise Operations Group (EOG) as we partner with SOF military and civilian members to provide world-class IT services and support that connects over 60,000 users around the world in the areas of software development/maintenance, network services, security, end-user computing, and test and evaluation.

Benefits at Sentar: 

In addition to a great culture, Sentar offers a comprehensive benefits package to support employees and their families! Cigna Health Insurance, Guardian Vision and Dental Insurance, and Life/Accident/Disability insurance options through Mutual of Omaha give our employees options and comprehensive coverage while keeping out of pocket costs low. Sentar is also happy to offer a healthy match employee contributions through the Fidelity 401(k) plan. Time off your thing? Sentar offers a PTO plan that graduates quickly with years of service. Sentar invests in our people - we offer a robust professional development and education assistance plan, to help our employees reach the next level Reach out to your recruiter to learn more!

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Sentar is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities 

Our culture is one of inclusivity and support. Sentar is proudly an Equal Opportunity and VEVRAA Federal Contractor Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities. Follow these links to learn more about your rights: EEO Is the Law Poster; EEO Is Law Supplement; and Pay Transparency.

We want you to build your career at Sentar, so if you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable workplace accommodation applying for a job or at any point in the employment process, contact the Recruiting Manager at 256-430-0860 x 129 or email recruiting@sentar.com. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Thank you for considering Sentar in your employment search.

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