Job Description:

Please send your resume in WORD format should you be interested in the following Wireless Engineer positions located in Raleigh, NC. Our federal client has 7 openings for Wireless Engineers on a temp to perm basis. These roles will pay an hourly rate of $50/HR to $95/HR 1099 or $41/HR to $80/HR W2 or $85K to $165K W2 with awesome benefits. These roles will convert to full time employment after 6 months at an annual salary of $85K to $165K, dependent on experience. If you are not interested in this position, please pass onto colleagues/associates as we do offer referral fees should they be hired.Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button.***Due to the required clearance with our government client, only US Citizens, Green Card and Green Card EAD holders may be considered. Clearance requires that the candidates have resided in the US for the past five years. The selected candidate cannot have left the country for longer than 90 consecutive days and no more than 180 cumulative days***Job Title: Wireless Engineer (7)Work Environment: Raleigh, NC (Hybrid work permitted after orientation, 2 days a week remote)Pay Rate: $50/HR to $95/HR 1099 or $41/HR to $80/HR W2 or $85K to $165K W2Term: Temp to Perm3rd Party C2C/Transfer: NoReferral Fee: $500 - Refer qualified colleague, friends, or family.Description: Our client is looking to augment their team to provide Wi-Fi networking, software, and hardware design, operation, and management in support of their initiatives and projects.Responsibilities will include:Serve as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex wireless network issues escalated from Tier 2 engineers.Provide guidance and mentorship to Tier 2 Wireless Engineers.Collaborate with other IT teams for integrated wireless solutions.Design, implement, and manage wireless network infrastructure projects.Perform wireless network performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization.Develop and maintain wireless network documentation and diagrams.Mitigating vulnerabilities affecting hardware and software.Cisco Prime Infrastructure (CPI) support.Providing and implementing escalation process and or procedures as appropriate.Submit LAN and switch acceptance as a backup to Tier 2, as necessary.Perform duties in support of the mission as directed by client's Management.Working upgrades, to include weekends or off-duty hours, and may include travel, as necessary.Required Skills:Minimum of 5 years of experience in wireless network engineering.Expertise in wireless network protocols, technologies, and architecture design.Proficiency in wireless network monitoring tools (e.g., Cisco Prime, Ekahau).Expert knowledge of wireless communication protocols, security standards, and methodologies.Extensive knowledge of network infrastructure equipment, including routers, switches, and access points.Ability to design and implement complex wireless networks involving multiple access points and devices.Familiarity with wireless testing tools such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and protocol analyzers.Proficient with Programing in languages, such as Python, C, C++, etc.Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to troubleshoot and resolve network issues.Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with a team mindset.Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.Continuous learning and current knowledge of latest trends, technologies, and industry developments in the wireless communication field.Desired Skills:Experience with IP Management ToolsCreating and managing Change Requests using ServiceNow.Knowledge of Cisco Switch configuration management.Knowledge of site reviews for Cisco networks including circuit capacity, switch types, and IOS.Knowledge of CPI and Network Automation (NA).Ability to read, write, and test code within a Cisco environment.Experience with other wireless solutions such as Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Juniper Mist, and Fortinet.