**Job Description** Responsible for the research and development of existing and new wireless technologies used to optimize and maintain United States Attorneys corporate and nationwide network which include Designing, Testing, Installing, Configuring, Implementing, and troubleshooting of Wireless and LAN equipment Working with 3rd party and internal departments in integrating wireless equipment with current WAN and security infrastructure. Optimizing wireless performance while fulfilling security requirements for user/device authentication, encryption and intrusion detection, i.e. 802.1x RADIUS Authentication using EAP-TLS. Provide WLAN design recommendations based on industry best practices Experience designing, installing, configuring, and troubleshooting wireless controllers, Mobility Conductor (MCR), SSID configuration, Guest Portals, Access point provisioning; Responsible for installation, configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and modification of wireless network hardware and software. Which include: + Cisco Switches (3850 and 9300 experience preferred) Wireless Controllers (Aruba experience preferred) + Providedtier 3 support in the area of wireless devices, including hand-held devices, LAN and WAN connectivity. + Responsible for documentation of installed networks, to include systems design, operations and implementations guides, Visio design drawings, etc. + Maintains the security and integrity of all wireless hardware and software. + Knowledge of Windows Server 201x OS platforms; to include DNS & DHCP functions. + Performs other related duties as assigned. + Guest registration web portal (Aruba ClearPass experience preferred) + Recommending configuration changes and software upgrades + Configuration and testing of QoS for voice & video, VLANS, ACL s, GRE + tunnels, VRRP, etc. + Monitoring systems (Aruba Airwave preferred) + 802.1x RADIUS authentication using EAP-TLS + 802.11 a/b/g/i/n/ac + Site Surveys: Using AirMagnet analysis software or equivalent **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** + 5 years of experience working in large enterprise network environments + Ability to learn new products and technologies + Ability to develop standard operating procedures and project documentation Related Network Engineering certifications (e.g., ACMP, ACCP CCIE), + Knowledge/Familiarity with government security settings. + Utilization of Windows 201x and Linux servers + Policy making and management for Layer 2 QoS packet markings and conformance + Experience diagramming network designs, layouts, etc. using tools such as Visio; + Experience designing, installing, configuring, and troubleshooting of Cisco switching. + Understanding of DNS, DHCP, IP subnetting, addressing, and Variable Length Subnet Masks. + Understanding of SSL certificates **Must live within commuting distance to either** **Columbia, SC** **or** **Washington, DC** **to work in the office roughly 4 times per month.** **Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a US Government Top Secret Clearance (Must be US Citizen)** **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills** + Optimizing wireless performance while fulfilling security requirements for user/device + authentication, encryption and intrusion detection, i.e. 802.1x RADIUS Authentication using EAP-TLS. + Provide WLAN design recommendations based on industry best practices + Experience designing, installing, configuring, and troubleshooting wireless controllers, Mobility Conductor (MCR), SSID configuration, Guest Portals, Access point provisioning + Cisco Certified Network Associate Wireless - CCNA Wireless + CCNA Routing and Switching Certification (CCNA RS) + Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA) + Aruba Certified Mobility Associate (ACMA) + Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP) **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $89280 - $151740 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. **WLAN Network Engineer** **106227BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression