Job Description

TCI has an immediate need for multiple Network Engineers in Raleigh, NC. This is not a Corp2Corp opportunity. This is a long-term contract opportunity with the possibility of hire. In addition to competitive, market-rate based pay, TCI provides all our Consultants with Comprehensive Medical/Dental Insurance, 401k, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability benefits.

NOTE: This position requires US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance. Must be available to work onsite at client facility in Raleigh, NC with telecommute possibilities.

SUMMARY

The Network Engineer will be adept with wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi, WiMAX, and WAP.  The selected candidates will join a team of qualified, diverse individuals. Having extensive experience with HP Aruba, Juniper Networks and Cisco Meraki Systems the Network Engineer will support our federal client located in Raleigh, NC.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Support a Juniper centric WAN, LAN, and WLAN environment. This includes routers, firewalls, security, WLAN.
  • Conducting wireless site surveys and wireless assessments.
  • Conduct predictive wireless assessments and deployments.
  • Perform installation, maintenance and upgrade of wireless controllers and access points.
  • Implement and support a secure wireless network for an enterprise wide wired and wireless infrastructure.
  • Central focus is in supporting the wireless infrastructure and associated wireless technology projects.
  • Paired with other team members, manage 3-4 large simultaneous wireless refresh projects per quarter to completion.
  • Monitor system for trouble areas and proactively resolve and document root cause.
  • Performing site installs, maintenance, upgrades or software enhancements to support the network infrastructure needs.
  • Function as a point of escalation for operational entities regarding regular or complex issues.
  • Work on daily service tickets while engaged on enterprise wireless deployments.
  • Own and fulfill small to large strategic or tactical wireless projects.
  • Engage with manufacturer technical support centers to quickly resolve issues as they arise as necessary.
  • Design, test and implement new Wi-Fi deployments and upgrades to existing infrastructure.
REQUIREMENTS
  • MUST have minimum of 5 years of enterprise level experience with network trouble shooting and monitoring for one or more of these technologies:
    • Cisco Meraki
    • Juniper Mist
    • HP Aruba
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of 802.11n and 802.11a.
  • Strong experience with Wi-Fi, WiMAX, and WAP.
  • Strong experience with both centralized and local Wireless LAN Controllers.
  • Strong experience with Lightweight Access Points.
  • Strong understanding of WLAN technologies, network management, 802.11 b/g/n/ac standards.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with analysis tools such as Ekahau, Air Magnet, Wireshark, etc.
  • Experience or understanding of scripting languages, such as Bash, Perl, or Python.
  • Experience working with customers remotely and over the phone to assist with network troubleshooting and ability to escalate issues as needed.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office products including Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
  • Ability to change physical locations based upon need (walking in and between buildings outside).
  • Willing to work occasional on-call and after-hours support rotation.
  • Willing to travel up to 25% for occasional short-term assignments.
  • Must be a US Citizen and eligible for a Public Trust clearance.
Preferred (but not required) Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in computer science or associated discipline is preferred.
  • Cisco CCNA and CCIE certification
  • 7+ years of Enterprises WAN/LAN/WLAN experience and high-density deployments.
  • 5+ years of HP Aruba, Cisco Meraki, and Juniper Network devices configuration experience.

Application Instructions

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