Senior Wireless Network Engineer

CACI International Inc

Senior Wireless Engineer supporting Air Force modernization program, focusing on infrastructure of base area networks. Involves onsite work and travel to various locations in the US.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeChantilly • Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $90,300 - $189,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to the creation of network architectures, topology diagrams, and data flow artifacts (Visio) for wireless solutions, ensuring high availability and performance.
Support site surveys and the Engineering team in designing modernized network architecture, ensuring compliance with Air Force standards and security protocols.
Design, implement, and document secure network architectures, including STIG checklists, port/protocol/service documentation, and Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) in compliance with DAF and DoD RMF standards.
Oversee the installation of wireless network equipment, including access points, controllers, and related hardware.
Perform, troubleshoot, and resolve network issues. Provide Tier 3 support to Operations & Maintenance (O&M) teams.
Ensure all installations meet industry safety standards and operational cleanliness, restoring sites to original or better condition.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must currently hold U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance.
University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and 7+ years of related work experience.
Alternatively, a High School diploma or associate degree with 10+ years performing as a Manager in DoD supporting large, complex networks.
In-depth knowledge of wireless networking technologies, protocols, and standards (e.g., Wi-Fi 6, WPA3).
Experience with wireless network design tools and software.
DoD 8140 IAT II Baseline Certification (CompTIA Security+ CE or CCNA-SEC); CCNP or CCDP or equivalent.
CWNP Certifications (e.g., CWNA, CWSP, CWDP).
Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare
wellness
financial
retirement
family support
continuing education
time off benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

network architecturewireless networking technologiesnetwork troubleshootingdata flow artifactsSTIG checklistsport/protocol/service documentationPlan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M)high availabilityperformance optimizationsite surveys

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationproblem-solvingteam collaborationorganizational skills

Certifications

U.S. Government Secret Security ClearanceDoD 8140 IAT II Baseline CertificationCompTIA Security+ CECCNA-SECCCNPCCDPCWNACWSPCWDP