World Wide Technology
Tactical Communications Network Enhancement Specialist
World Wide Technology, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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!
Position Title:
Tactical Communications Network Enhancement Specialist
Location:
Washington DC Capital Region
Travel:
50-75% required
Position Summary:
The Tactical Communications Network Enhancement Specialist is responsible for enhancing secure and private tactical communications networks through comprehensive requirements assessments. This role serves as a technical information repository, facilitating the deployment of advanced technologies and engineering solutions for communications modernization. The specialist conducts propagation modeling and CAD to improve electromagnetic wave propagation predictions and provides architecture engineering support to optimize tactical communications architectures.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform comprehensive requirements assessments to enhance secure/private tactical communications networks.
Serve as a technical information repository to facilitate the deployment of advanced technologies and engineering solutions for communications modernization.
Analyze and optimize P25 network performance to support reliable and resilient mission-critical voice and data communications.
Monitor and adjust RF coverage, signal quality, and channel capacity to improve operational effectiveness.
Utilize diagnostic tools (e.g., spectrum analyzers, protocol analyzers, network management software) to evaluate system health and recommend improvements.
Conduct propagation modeling and CAD to improve electromagnetic wave propagation predictions using tools like Comarco/EDX.
Provide architecture engineering support, reviewing and recommending changes to tactical communications architectures.
Evaluate security devices for integration into existing systems and assist in developing interoperability standards.
Configure and maintain encryption protocols (e.g., AES, DES), manage key loading (OTAR/OTAP), and ensure compliance with secure communication standards.
Oversee the installation and optimization of equipment at field locations, ensuring compliance with industry best practices and Federal government standards and guidelines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of communications solutions.
Provide technical reports, configuration guides, and testing summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
Support audits and assessments by maintaining up-to-date records of network changes and performance metrics.
Qualifications:
Extensive experience in enhancing secure/private tactical communications networks.
Proficiency in propagation modeling and CAD tools, such as Comarco/EDX.
Strong understanding of architecture engineering and tactical communications architectures.
Experience in evaluating and integrating security devices into existing systems.
Knowledge of industry best practices and Federal government standards and guidelines.
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance in accordance with agency requirements.
Preferred Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
Ability to adapt to changing environments and operational needs.
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 $170,000.00 to $184,000.00 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
.
#LI-AH1
WWT will consider for employment, without regard to disability, a disabled applicant who satisfies the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of the job and is capable of performing the essential requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. World Wide Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call 1-800-432-7008 and ask for Human Resources.
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!
Position Title:
Tactical Communications Network Enhancement Specialist
Location:
Washington DC Capital Region
Travel:
50-75% required
Position Summary:
The Tactical Communications Network Enhancement Specialist is responsible for enhancing secure and private tactical communications networks through comprehensive requirements assessments. This role serves as a technical information repository, facilitating the deployment of advanced technologies and engineering solutions for communications modernization. The specialist conducts propagation modeling and CAD to improve electromagnetic wave propagation predictions and provides architecture engineering support to optimize tactical communications architectures.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform comprehensive requirements assessments to enhance secure/private tactical communications networks.
Serve as a technical information repository to facilitate the deployment of advanced technologies and engineering solutions for communications modernization.
Analyze and optimize P25 network performance to support reliable and resilient mission-critical voice and data communications.
Monitor and adjust RF coverage, signal quality, and channel capacity to improve operational effectiveness.
Utilize diagnostic tools (e.g., spectrum analyzers, protocol analyzers, network management software) to evaluate system health and recommend improvements.
Conduct propagation modeling and CAD to improve electromagnetic wave propagation predictions using tools like Comarco/EDX.
Provide architecture engineering support, reviewing and recommending changes to tactical communications architectures.
Evaluate security devices for integration into existing systems and assist in developing interoperability standards.
Configure and maintain encryption protocols (e.g., AES, DES), manage key loading (OTAR/OTAP), and ensure compliance with secure communication standards.
Oversee the installation and optimization of equipment at field locations, ensuring compliance with industry best practices and Federal government standards and guidelines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of communications solutions.
Provide technical reports, configuration guides, and testing summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
Support audits and assessments by maintaining up-to-date records of network changes and performance metrics.
Qualifications:
Extensive experience in enhancing secure/private tactical communications networks.
Proficiency in propagation modeling and CAD tools, such as Comarco/EDX.
Strong understanding of architecture engineering and tactical communications architectures.
Experience in evaluating and integrating security devices into existing systems.
Knowledge of industry best practices and Federal government standards and guidelines.
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance in accordance with agency requirements.
Preferred Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
Ability to adapt to changing environments and operational needs.
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 $170,000.00 to $184,000.00 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
.
#LI-AH1
WWT will consider for employment, without regard to disability, a disabled applicant who satisfies the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of the job and is capable of performing the essential requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. World Wide Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call 1-800-432-7008 and ask for Human Resources.