WASHINGTON, DC, USA
4 days ago
Wireless Network Engineer
Job Seekers, Please send resumes to resumes@hireitpeople.com Primary Skills - Wireless Network Engineer, Cisco, Wireless LAN, support 802.11 infrastructure. 
INTERVIEW: Must do a face to face interview. May do phone first.
Complete Description:

Working within the MPD IT department. Candidate should have a working
knowledge of 802.11a/b/g/n wireless networks design/engineering and be able
to administer wireless servers and resolve client connectivity,
interference, authentication, and coverage issues. Must have a working
knowledge of Close Circuit Television (CCTV) equipment capabilities and
functionality.  Able to develop, review statement of work (SOW) and standard
operation procedures (SOP) relating to CCTV networks in compliance with all
District Government rules and regulations.  Able to coordinate with clients
(site personnel), vendors to accomplish site walk downs and reviews of
project plans, schematics etc. Must have a senior level knowledge of network
security management software and systems. The role will incorporate aspects
of preventive maintenance service, fault finding, commissioning and project
planned implementation. Applicant should have a strong, proven background in
enterprise-level CCTV systems and design. Working knowledge of Access
Control and other integrated security systems would also be advantageous.

Participates in the day-to-day operations and maintenance of Wireless
networks and Video Management Systems including hardware/software support
and training. Applicant must be able to plan, design, configure and
implement data connectivity over local area network (LAN) and wide area
network (WAN) systems. Assists in maintaining the network and system
documentation including hardware/software configurations, support logs and
other related technical information. Participates in research of network
hardware and software for expanding reliable wireless networks. Must have
the ability to diagnose, identify, track and effectively troubleshoot
wireless network and Video management Systems issues.

Physical requirements include working outdoors in all seasonal weather
conditions.  Must have the physical capabilities to effortlessly climb free
standing ladders or ladders attached to structures. Additionally, applicant
must be able to negotiate obstacle laden uneven  surfaces found around  area
structures, including crawling, stooping, carrying, pushing or pulling a
minimum of 50 pounds of equipment etc. Able to comfortably walk, kneel, sit
and perform technical operations at high elevations, (roof tops 10 floors or
higher) and perform functions in inclement weather. Able to safely operate
controls of a bucket attached to a bucket truck.

Background check and fingerprinting is a must and security clearance is
highly desired. Operate and work out of a bucket truck.

Behavioral Characteristics:

Candidate should be adaptable, articulate, accountable, team player,
self-directed, focused, knowledgeable, experienced, able to prioritize, able
to manage time and able to orchestrate multiple tasks simultaneously.




Skill

Required / Desired

Amount

of Experience

Expertise Rating


Support 802.11 infrastructure incl Cisco access point

Required

4

Years

3 - Expert


Engineer solutions to integrate wireless LAN coverage into new sites

Required

8

Years

3 - Expert


Work with outside vendors & cust internal org for wireless site surveys

Required

4

Years

3 - Expert


Evaluate new wireless client devices to determine best wireless settings

Required

4

Years

2 - Proficient


Resolve client connectivity, interference, authentication, & coverage issue

Required

4

Years

3 - Expert


Convert existing LANs from flat layer-2 networks to layer-3 multi-switched

Required

4

Years

3 - Expert


Advanced 802.11a/b/g/n network design advanced LAN design

Required

4

Years

3 - Expert


Implementing and supporting Cisco switches

Required

4

Years

3 - Expert


Knowledge of wireless encryption and authentication methods

Required

4

Years

2 - Proficient


Surveying and deploying wireless networks

Required

4

Years

3 - Expert


Ability to understand concepts and theory involved in architect solutions

Highly desired

4

Years

2 - Proficient


Able to identify root causes for complex technical problems

Required

4

Years

2 - Proficient


Ability to provide technical recommendations and advice on technical issues

Required

8

Years

2 - Proficient


Ability to write detailed, complex documents for tech & non-tech audiences

Required

4

Years

2 - Proficient


Knowledge of video streaming/compression, camera and video systems

Required

4

Years

3 - Expert


Experienced with license plate reader technologies

Required

2

Years

2 - Proficient


Commercial driver's license

Highly desired





1 - Basic


Actively involved in CCTV and wireless network design

Required

5

Years

3 - Expert


Administering the GENETEC Video Management System

Required

2

Years

3 - Expert
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