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Eliassen Group Sr. Wireless Network Engineer III in Washington dc, District Of Columbia
Sr. Wireless Network Engineer III
Washington dc, DC
Type: Permanent
Category: Engineer
Industry: Technology
Reference ID: JN -032026-105870
Date Posted: 03/09/2026
Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/Y70fyl
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Description:
Onsite in Washington, DC
The organization seeks a Sr. Wireless Network Engineer III to design, deploy, and optimize secure enterprise Wi-Fi across a mission-critical federal environment. The role will perform RF site surveys, troubleshoot interference, and manage controllers and access points while operating within an Agile model. Expertise with HPE Aruba, Cisco, and related wireless technologies will support reliable, secure connectivity and stakeholder confidence. The engineer will communicate risks and recommendations clearly and contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up.
This is a full-time, permanent opportunity, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Qualified applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis.
Salary: $230,000 - $290,000/ yr. w2
Responsibilities:
Conduct predictive and physical RF site surveys.
Design, deploy, and tune enterprise wireless networks.
Troubleshoot RF interference and wireless performance issues.
Support and maintain wireless controllers and access points.
Participate actively in Agile execution and technical discussions.
Communicate technical findings, risks, and recommendations clearly to stakeholders.
Contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up in a mission-critical environment.
Build and maintain strong customer trust through technical expertise, responsiveness, and reliability.
Experience Requirements:
Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility security clearance.
10+ years of network engineering experience with a primary focus on enterprise wireless networking.
Subject matter expertise designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex enterprise Wi-Fi environments.
Hands-on experience conducting predictive and physical wireless site surveys, including RF analysis and performance validation.
Proven ability to diagnose and resolve RF interference, coverage, and capacity issues in operational environments.
Hands-on experience managing wireless LAN controllers and enterprise access points.
Deep understanding of RF propagation and interference mitigation.
Hands-on experience with HPE Aruba controllers and access points supporting 802.11ax and 802.11be standards.
Hands-on experience with Cisco wireless, Ubiquity, and Ericsson edge solutions.
Experience integrating wireless solutions with security systems and monitoring and supporting endpoint connectivity.
Ability to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up in a mission-critical operational environment.
Possess DoD 8140 certification aligned to the 441 Network Operations Specialist work role, such as Network+, Security+, Cloud+, SSCP, CASP+, CISSP, or CCNP Security.
Required technical certifications include CWSP or equivalent vendor wireless professional certification and Security+.
This position is designated as essential personnel supporting continuity of operations and may require work during government shutdowns, emergencies, or other critical situations.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field is preferred. Relevant experience may substitute for education requirements.
DoD 8140-aligned certification for the 441 Network Operations Specialist role (examples: Network+, Security+, Cloud+, SSCP, CASP+, CISSP, CCNP Security).
CWSP or equivalent vendor wireless professional certification.
Security+ certification.
Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility security clearance.
Recruitment Transparency Notice
Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team ( noreply@eliassen.com , 781-808-2924) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.
Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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