Network Engineer (Wireless)

Astor & Sanders Corporation (Astor) is an award-winning IT solutions provider headquartered in McLean, VA and is seeking a Network Engineer (Wireless). This is a full-time onsite position based in the Portsmouth, VA area.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Responsible for installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and monitoring network systems, hardware, and software applications, including, but not limited to switches, routers, wireless access points, firewalls, routing protocols, and network appliances
• Implement DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to ensure compliance of network components. Evaluate and respond to network incidents and perform corrective actions.
• Implement, manage, and configure complex network environments, including routing, switching, and wireless technologies.
• Review security information and event management (SEIM) tools to discover and resolve network events. Implementing and managing security protocols and policies within enterprise networks.
• Perform root cause analysis and providing recommendations or corrective actions.
• Responsible for advanced routing protocols like EIGRP and OSPF, as well as switching technologies. Understanding and implementing SDN technologies like SD-Access and SD-WAN. Planning, designing, and implementing both local and wide-area enterprise networks

• Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of demonstrated knowledge and experience in Cisco networks; including design, configuring, and installing enterprise wired and wireless networks.
• Knowledge and proficiency to work (including, but not limited to):
• Hardware: Network switches (CISCO Nexus series 7000/9000 and Cisco Catalyst series); Cisco routers (CISCO 4551, 8500), Cisco wireless access points (9000 series), Aruba wireless access points (AP275, 375, 515)
• Software: Cisco Wireless LAN controller (WLC), Solar Winds, Cisco ISE, Cisco Catalyst Center (aka DNA), Splunk and Aruba Wireless LAN controller
• Certifications: Contractor shall have an active Security + CE or higher, and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification with Enterprise Core or Wireless specialty.
• MUST have ACTIVE Secret Clearance or higher

Astor & Sanders Corporation (www.astor-sanders.com) offers a unique, stimulating and challenging environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance. Astor & Sanders Corporation ( #Astor ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

Some of our competitive benefits include

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and all Federal Holidays off
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Pre-Tax Benefit Programs
• Wellness and Work-Life Support
• Professional Development
• Performance and Referral Bonuses
• Life and Disability Insurance