Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. MANDEX, Inc. is an information technology and government contracting organization supporting systems engineering, cybersecurity, security, and logistics programs. The company is seeking a Network Engineer/Subject Matter Expert II to support the Defense Health Agency LAN/WLAN upgrade and refresh project through site surveys, switch installation and configuration, network documentation, and extensive travel.
Responsibilities
- Participate as a member of the LAN/WLAN Site Survey and Install Team. Primary duties will be installing Layer 2 switches (Cisco, Ruckus, or Juniper)
- Survey Duties: Capture configurations, document existing fiber interconnects and existing network equipment data. Perform WLAN heatmap walks utilizing AirMagnet software
- Install Duties: Independently upgrade switch IOS, Install (rack mount) and configure Layer 2 edge switches (Cisco 9300, Ruckus ICX-7500’s, and Juniper EX-4600 series switches)
- Physical Duties: ability to lift and install Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS) and Battery Packs (70+ lbs.)
- Assist with survey design and install closeout documentation utilizing MS Excel and Visio
Skills
- · Six (6) years' hands-on experience configuring Layer 2 edge switches (Cisco, Ruckus, or Juniper LAN switches)
- · Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- · Strong written and oral communication as well as attention to detail
- · Ability to lift and install Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS) and Battery Packs (70+ lbs.)
- · Security+ CE or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification required prior to starting
- · Technical Training in LAN or WLAN Communications required
- · Extensive travel is required (50%+)
- · Must have or be able to obtain a valid International Passport and be willing to travel CONUS and OCONUS (non-combat locations)
- · Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
- · Must be a U.S citizen
- · Aruba wireless experience is preferred but not required
- · CCNA or other OEM vendor certification highly desired
- CWNA certification is a plus
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending accounts
- Basic Life & Disability insurances
- Voluntary AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Accident Insurance
- Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (MANDEX, Inc offer pre-tax and post-tax Roth contributions, and match 100% of the first 6% elected contribution)
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