Wireless Engineer - Senior
At a glance
AI generatedTL;DR
The Senior Wireless Engineer role within the ISS contract team involves providing high-level engineering and operational support for enterprise wireless services. This position focuses on designing, implementing, and managing Cisco-based Wi-Fi solutions to ensure secure and reliable connectivity across SEC environments. Day-to-day responsibilities include configuring and administering Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and Prime, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating with network teams to maintain service reliability. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in wireless network management, extensive hands-on expertise with Cisco Wi-Fi products, and holds a CCNP Wireless certification or equivalent. Preferred qualifications include federal civilian agency support experience and advanced certifications like CWNA/CWSP or CCIE Enterprise Wireless.
Skills
What you'll do
- Design and implement enterprise Wi-Fi solutions to support user mobility.
- Plan and optimize WLAN architecture for RF design and access point placement.
- Troubleshoot complex wireless issues including connectivity and performance problems.
- Configure and manage Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for secure wireless access.
- Maintain stable operations of the Cisco wireless platform through effective administration.
What we're looking for
- At least 8 years of professional experience with 7+ years in managing wireless networks.
- Extensive hands-on experience configuring and administering Cisco Wi-Fi products, including ISE.
- Must possess CCNP Wireless certification or equivalent current Cisco wireless track certification.
- Proficient in enterprise Wi-Fi design, troubleshooting, optimization, and operational management.
- Experience managing Cisco wireless infrastructure components such as access points and controllers.
- Expertise in Cisco Prime mobility and wireless service management.
- Capable of performing day-to-day activities to manage complex wireless services.
Employer
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.
Leidos currently has 214 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $107,900–$195,050 across 204 roles with salary data.
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