LAN/WLAN Network Technician

About the role

We are seeking LAN/WLAN Electronics Technician to support the DHA LAN/WLAN Modernization Program. This program provides direct support to the U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command Fort Detrick Engineering Directorate in their mission to support the DHA LAN/WLAN Modernization Program.

Responsibilities

• Support network engineering activities for both LANs and WLANs under the direction of a Network Engineer
• Applies knowledge of LAN/WLAN engineering and scientific principles, and computer technologies
• Survey and Design efforts for LAN and WLAN modernization efforts which may include various types of LAN/WLAN hardware (i.e. Aruba, Ruckus, Juniper, or Cisco) for capacity, redundancy, signal strength, and/or device placement
• Support cost analysis based on historical data provided by the government and create a Total-vs-partial estimate to compare OEM electronics and provide a recommendation to the government
• Configuration and installation of network routers, switches, wireless controllers, and access points
• Support the implementation of Campus Area Network and VLANs subnet IP addressing migrations
• Ensure Cybersecurity requirements are met for all installed components
• Support development of Implementation Plans and other documentation as required by the PWS
• Support development of a List of Materials for all hardware necessary to complete the installation

Qualifications

• Amount of Travel: 60 - 75%
• Secret Clearance required
• Passport Preferred
• Cisco CCNA, Ruckus Certification or Juniper JNCIA certification Required (JNCIA Preferred)
• IAT Level 2 Required
• CCNA-Security CySA+ GICSP GSEC Security+ CE CND SSCP
• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical, computer, or electronics engineering (or closely related curriculum)
• 10 years’ experience in LAN/WLAN network surveys, designs, configuration, and implementation with relevant technical training and/or certifications
• Minimum of 2 years technical training.