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Wireless Comm Engineer I/Telecommunications Engineer - C

Telos Corporation

Posted 1 day ago
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IT - Hardware
McConnell AFB, KS (On-Site/Office)

The most security-conscious organizations trust Telos Corporation to protect their vital IT assets. The reputation of our company rests on the quality of our solutions and the integrity of our people. Explore what you can bring to our solutions in the areas of cyber, cloud and enterprise security.

Be a part of the Telos culture and see what sets us apart! Telos offers an excellent compensation package with benefits that include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401k. Our employees enjoy more than just a great work environment!

This position will be based at McConnell AFB, KS.

We are seeking a Wireless Engineer to support the Air Force Information Network (AFIN), a multibillion-dollar Department of the Air Force (DAF) initiative providing a high-speed, secure communications infrastructure across global bases. This role focuses on sustaining wireless network infrastructure at Active-Duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard sites, ensuring continuous Command and Control (C2) information access. As part of the CSS3 contract, you will work alongside Government teams to maintain and upgrade the Base Information Transport Infrastructure (BITI) Wireless program, addressing equipment obsolescence and supporting the transition to Enterprise IT as a Service (EITaaS). Your expertise will contribute to the modernization of DAF's wireless systems, ensuring the seamless operation of critical military networks.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Resolve wireless network connectivity issues and track outage reports.
• Identify and remove rogue access points (APs) as instructed by base NCCs.
• Manage heat maps and update APs and floor plans in the Airwave Management System.
• Administer BITI Wireless assets, coordinating with asset managers for hardware/software support.
• Provide Tier 3 support for BITI Wireless users, managing configuration, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Lead network changes and troubleshooting efforts for fixed wired infrastructure.
• Address issues related to Layer 1, 2, and 3 connectivity, Active Directory, and DHCP configuration.
• Coordinate with OEM network engineers to resolve operational issues and suggest corrective actions.
• Conduct compliance inspections like CORA (CCRI), Scope Edge, and NETLAW as required.
• Provision new and relocated APs, ensuring network connectivity is established.
• Create and maintain documentation for wireless network configuration and management processes.
• Assist with emergency network restoration and provide remote site support as needed.
• Maintain a detailed database of provisioned access points and controllers.
• Act as a liaison between the BITI Program Office and Network Operations Security Centers (NOSCs).

Job Requirements

Desired Education & Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Networking, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience, preferably on Department of Defense (DoD) programs.
• Three (3) years of experience managing Juniper & Pulse Secure Network Access Controllers (NAC).
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaborative skills.

Minimum Certification Requirements:
• Information Assurance (IA) Technician (IAT) Level II (DODM 8140)

Potentially Required Certification(s):
• Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) or equivalent, with experience in Routers, Switches, and Network Fabric
• Aruba Certified Mobility Associate (ACMA) or Certified Wireless Network Associate (CWNA)
• Aruba Certified Mobility Professional (ACMP)
• Aruba Certified ClearPass Associate (ACCA)
• Aruba Certified ClearPass Professional (ACCP)

Security Clearance:
• Valid DoD Secret clearance is required. Additionally, NATO Secret and/or DoD Top Secret/SSBI clearances, favorably adjudicated for SCI eligibility, are required at certain locations.

The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.

Telos maintains a drug-free workplace and will conduct drug testing on all applicants who have accepted an offer of employment.

Telos Corporation participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with Telos will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration ("SSA") and/or the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") of your authorization to work in the United States. Telos offers excellent compensation packages including salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future.

Telos Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Telos Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 1-800-283-1911. If you require relay service assistance, please click on the following link to review information on your state's relay service: https://www.fcc.gov/accessibility.

Telos Corporation is an EEO/AA employer.

Job Type

Full-Time

Location

MCCONNELL AFB, KS 67221-3606 US (Primary)

Telos offers an excellent compensation packages including salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future. Telos and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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Telos Corporation empowers and protects the world’s most security-conscious organizations with solutions for continuous security assurance of individuals, systems, and information. Telos’ offerings include cybersecurity solutions for IT risk management and information security; cloud security solutions to protect cloud-based assets and enable continuous compliance with industry and government security standards; and enterprise security solutions to ensure that personnel can work and collaborate securely and productively. The company serves military, intelligence and civilian agencies of the federal government, allied nations and commercial organizations around the world.

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Job Category
IT - Hardware
Clearance Level
Secret