Wireless Network Engineer
Location: Washington, DC
Company: RIVA Solutions Inc
Category: Information Technology
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Title: Wireless Network Engineer
Location: Washington, DC (3 days onsite)
Terms: Full-time
Clearance: US Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust
Travel: 0–10%
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Position Overview: RIVA Solutions is seeking a Wireless Network Engineer to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) under the NEITS program. This mid-to-senior level role will provide enterprise wireless services across a complex, multi-platform IT environment, supporting NOAA’s mission-critical operations. The selected candidate will play a key role in delivering reliable, secure connectivity to end users, stakeholders, and mission partners—directly supporting NOAA’s work in environmental monitoring, forecasting, and data dissemination.
Core Responsibilities:
- Installs and maintains complex networks that typically link numerous computing platforms, operating systems, and network topologies across widely dispersed geographical areas.
- Provide Tier-2 support for enterprise wireless LAN services, including troubleshooting, configuration, patching, and operational support.
- Work with Aruba-based wireless solutions, including controller-based Aruba Central deployments.
- Support wireless services for both campus and remote access point (AP) deployments.
- Manage various authentication methods such as certificate-based, single sign-on (SSO), guest access, and MAC authentication.
- Ensure IPv6 ompatibility across wireless systems and support users operating in IPv6 environments.
- Assist in planning and implementing wireless infrastructure upgrades and optimizations.
- Collaborate with Tier-3 engineers, federal leads, and stakeholders to ensure continuity and performance of wireless services.
- Document configurations, support procedures, and updates in accordance with government standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain Public Trust
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a technical field
- 6–8 years of related IT experience
- Hands on experience with Aruba wireless solutions, including both controller-based and cloud-based architectures
- Proficiency with enterprise wireless offerings, configuration, troubleshooting, operations, patching, and hardware
- Familiarity with IPv6 networking in enterprise environments
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience supporting NOAA or other mission-driven federal scientific agencies
- Knowledge of NIST and FISMA standards related to network operations
- Relevant certifications such as Aruba Certified Mobility Professional (ACMP), ITIL, CompTIA A+/Network+, Microsoft, or equivalent
Salary: Up to $130,000 a year (based on experience)
RIVA Benefits:
- Paid Time Off / Sick Leave
- Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Benefits / 401K with company matching
- HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
- Long- and short-term disability
- Pet Insurance
- Wellness Program Initiatives
- RIVA Flex
- Additional Workplace Benefits
RIVA Solutions is 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, veteran status, or any protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email accommodations@rivasolutionsinc.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.