LAN/WLAN Electronics Technician

Responsibilities & Qualifications

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
• Support 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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• Secret Clearance required
• Passport Preferred
• Cisco CCNA, Ruckus Certification or Juniper JNCIA certification Required (JNCIA Preferred)
• IAT Level 2 Required

o            CCNA-Security

o            CySA+

o            GICSP

o            GSEC

o            Security+ CE

o            CND

o            SSCP

Overview

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
• Support 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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• Secret Clearance required
• Passport Preferred
• Cisco CCNA, Ruckus Certification or Juniper JNCIA certification Required (JNCIA Preferred)
• IAT Level 2 Required

o            CCNA-Security

o            CySA+

o            GICSP

o            GSEC

o            Security+ CE

o            CND

o            SSCP

Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Telework
• Type of environment: Remote
• Noise level: Low
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: 60%-75%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

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