WLAN Network Engineer

WLAN Networking Engineer

Marathon TS is looking for a WLAN Networking Engineer to support our efforts ponsible 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 third 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)
• Provided tier 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 Clear Pass 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 Air Magnet 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)

Marathon TS is committed to the development of a creative, diverse and inclusive work environment. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Marathon TS will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Marathon TS does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status").