Sr. Tier 3 Wireless Engineer

Role: Sr. Tier 3 Wireless Engineer (RCDD Certification requiredLocation: Raleigh, NCClient: Peraton / USPSDuration: 12+ Months

Job Description:Certifications: Active RCDD

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 USPS 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.
• Works on high-visibility, or mission critical aspects of a given program, and performs all functional duties independently.
• Oversees the efforts of direct reporting resources and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.

Desired Skills

• Experience with IP Management Tools
• Creating 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.

Education

• A minimum of thirteen (13) years’ relevant experience.
• A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is preferred. four additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a college degree is required. If the individual’s degree is not in the applicable field, then four additional years of related experience is required.