Sr. Network Engineer – Cisco Wireless

Required Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI clearance
• 7–10 years of experience in network engineering or wireless networking
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco and Aruba Wireless technologies
• Experience supporting large-scale wireless LAN environments
• Strong understanding of wireless security, authentication, roaming, and RF fundamentals
• Experience with routing/switching fundamentals and enterprise network integration
• Familiarity with enterprise logging, monitoring, and SIEM integration
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification
• CCNP or CCIE preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center
• Experience with Cisco ISE and wireless policy enforcement
• Experience supporting DoD or other secure government environments
• Knowledge of Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E / Wi-Fi 7
• Familiarity with public cloud networking
• Experience with PKI, certificates, and secure wireless authentication
• Knowledge of NIST SP 800 series and MITRE ATT&CK

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Equivalent experience in enterprise wireless engineering may be considered

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Preferred locations: Washington DC

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $180,000.00 to $200,000.00 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
• Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email taposting@wwt.com.

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This is a full-time direct hire position and you must currently have an active TS/SCI Security Clearance or above.  We are not able to offer visa sponsorship, 1099 status, or work with C2C for this role.

Why WWT?

At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.

Founded in 1990, WWT is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.

With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all.

Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today!

What is the Government Services Team and why join? 

Our Government Services team provides cleared resources with a global reach to federal civilian, Department of Defense (DoD), and intelligence community markets. We excel at delivering innovative, operationally ready, and cost-effective IT solutions that accelerate the interoperability and resiliency of mission-critical systems.

Location:  Washington, DC (fully on-site)

What will you be doing?

WWT is seeking a Sr. Network Engineer to support the deployment, operations, and sustainment of secure network infrastructure within a DoD environment. This role is primarily focused on Cisco Wireless solutions, with additional responsibility for zero trust-aligned network operations, automation, and cyber defense support.

The ideal candidate will have deep experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting Cisco and Aruba Wireless environments, including wireless infrastructure, authentication, segmentation, and management through platforms such as Cisco Catalyst Center

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and support enterprise Cisco Wireless networks in a secure, highly distributed environment
• Configure and manage wireless infrastructure including access points, controllers, and supporting network devices
• Integrate wireless networks with authentication, policy, and security services such as Cisco ISE, 802.1X, and segmentation controls
• Support wireless design, optimization, and troubleshooting for performance, security, and connectivity
• Plan and execute wireless upgrades, expansions, migrations, and lifecycle refreshes
• Perform Ekahau wireless surveys to support predictive design, validation, and post-deployment verification
• Use Ekahau survey data to assess coverage, capacity, roaming, signal quality, and RF design readiness
• Plan and execute wireless upgrades, expansions, migrations, and lifecycle refreshes
• Maintain network documentation including diagrams, SOPs, configuration records, and implementation logs
• Work with security, systems, and application teams to ensure wireless interoperability and compliance
• Support zero trust-aligned network architecture and DoD security requirements
• Analyze wireless traffic, client behavior, and RF performance to ensure reliable operations
• Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders on equipment selection, implementation, and support
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to operational best practices