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Job Title
Network Technician
Job Description
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 in the Frederick, MD area.
Responsibilities:
• Identifies, gathers and reviews requirements collection supporting the design and implementation of Wired & Wireless LANs.
• Performs site surveys to design the network and identify the device placement and materials required to implement and configure wired/wireless LANs.
• Ensures the operation and maintenance of the information technology and network infrastructure systems
• Conducts wireless site survey, design and RF spectrum analysis using tools such as Ekahau, AirMagnet, etc
• Experience with Aruba Central as well as wireless APs, switches and gateway network configuration and management is HIGHLY desired
• Perform wireless capacity planning and coverage optimizations.
• Responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and reliable operation of computer systems, servers, and networks. Contributes to the overall performance, security, and availability of the program's Information Technology (IT) environment
• Performs test and evaluation of wired and wireless networks to confirm performance and security in accordance with established thresholds.
• Diagnoses and resolves network-related issues, installs network hardware, implements network configurations, and provides technical support to end-users
• Configures, implements and operates IT and network applications to manage and perform network management and orchestration functions in production, lab, staging and test environments
• Manages and assigns relevant Internet Protocol (IP) space in coordination with other systems across the customer enterprise
• Meets with the customer regularly to report on the status of the orchestration implementation and overall network health
• Ensures the direct down trace configuration, troubleshooting and touch labor, and providing input for other local IT personnel assisting with network maintenance
• Collaborates with assigned technical team to implement base configuration files for any changes that need to be made to new devices
• Develops, maintains, and updates technical documentation such as enterprise architecture, application/system design, and network architecture and design
• Designs and tests prototype network components and configurations to validate designs prior to fielding
• Builds lists of materials (LOMs) and bill of materials (BOMs) for network and wireless solutions
• Support firmware upgrades and patching of hardware.
• Position will support 24/7 operations and will require shift and weekend work.
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
• Aruba Certified Professional (Campus Access or Switching) Certification and Experience with Aruba Central
• Experience using Ekahau wireless survey & design software
• An ability to gain a DoD Secret Clearance or Public Trust clearance is required.
• High School plus specialized training, and 8+ yrs of experience; or the equivalent combination of education, professional training or experience.
• Candidate must be DoD 8570 IAT Level II compliant. Additional network relevant certifications are a plus (ie. CCNA, CWNP, etc...)
• Experience in general networking and network administration, upgrade and operations.
• Good technical writing skills with established experience producing reports using the Microsoft Office Suite including Visio. Knowledge of elementary design to the concept level.
• An understanding of telecommunication room (TR), CAT 6, and wiring standards.
• The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.
The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.
Hourly: Min. 60.00 Max. 73.00 depending on experience and qualifications. Telos offers an excellent compensation package with benefits that include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401k.
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
Ashburn, VA 20147 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.