Application Engineer (Linux, TCP/IP, GSM, UMTS, LTE, firewall, VPN, Scripting) in Columbia, MD

Application Engineer (Linux, TCP/IP, GSM, UMTS, LTE, firewall, VPN, Scripting) in Columbia, MD

GSM, Linux, LTE, Perl, Python, scripting, Shell, TCP/IP, UMTS

Location: Maryland

Job Function: System Support

Date Of Job Posting: 08-14-2017

Application Engineer (Linux, TCP/IP, GSM, UMTS, LTE, firewall, VPN, Scripting) in Columbia, MD

Position : Application Engineer (Linux, TCP/IP, GSM, UMTS, LTE, firewall, VPN, Scripting)

Location : Columbia, MD

Duration : Full-Time Permanent position (no contracts, no corp to corp, no remote)

Salary :Excellent Compensation with benefits

SKILLS : Linux, TCP/IP, GSM, UMTS, LTE, Mobile Network Architecture,Linux Admin, Firewall, VPN, python, perl, shell, vi, Security Certifications

Security Clearance: MUST HAVE SECURITY CLEARANCE.

Description:

Responsibilities:

• Provide system installation support including; packaging breakout and installation of equipment; create installation drawings/instructions, cable management (to include fiber, coaxial, and twisted pair); initial OS and application software installation; generate as-built documents; initial system configuration and equipment checkout for proper operation including system implementation and troubleshooting support as it relates to the Keysight GSM, UMTS, and LTE network monitoring system elements.
• Provide ongoing support of installed base of systems; remote and on-site troubleshooting, software and hardware updates; including 24/7 remote telephone support as needed
• Provide solution design recommendations. Ensure software packages and as-built documents are current.
• Duties also include: network planning, lab testing, lab support and troubleshooting and system administration support as related to Keysight systems deployed in the field or in customer lab facilities.
• Planning and coordinating large and small scale network projects within a multi-vendor infrastructure environment in voice and data telecommunication networks.
• Provide multi-level on-site customer training as it pertains to survey, planning, and installing system functionality and system operation.
• Provide labor reporting, inventory management, indirectly manage other system engineers assigned to the program
• As availability permits, support sales personnel in pre-sales activities for new business opportunities.

Job Qualifications:

• Must have active security clearance
• 8+ years relevant experience required
• Experience with hands-on rack and stack, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of telco grade servers and systems
• Experience creating install guides and as-built documentation
• Linux system and network administration experience
• Experience with firewall and vpn configuration
• Experience with scripting languages and programming a plus; python, perl, shell, vi
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols such as TCP/IP, NAT, routing, and switching
• Working knowledge of GSM, UMTS, and LTE mobile network architectures and protocols
• Networking and security certifications a plus
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Program management experience a plus
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience
• Position will be located in Columbia, Maryland.
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