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Wireless Security Engineer - Georgia Tech
Security Engineer
Entry‑level Wireless Security Engineer responsible for designing, testing, and hardening wireless networks using encryption, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessment tools.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement secure wireless network architectures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and government regulations.
- Conduct penetration tests and vulnerability assessments on Wi‑Fi deployments, identifying weaknesses and recommending mitigations.
- Develop and maintain documentation for wireless security policies, procedures, and incident response plans.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate wireless security controls into broader cybersecurity programs.
- Stay current on emerging wireless threats, attack vectors, and mitigation technologies.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of wireless protocols (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax) and encryption mechanisms (WPA2/WPA3, AES).
- Experience with security tools such as Wireshark, Aircrack‑ng, and network analyzers.
- Knowledge of threat modeling frameworks and vulnerability assessment methodologies.
- Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into actionable recommendations.
- Effective communication skills for documenting findings and presenting to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Skills
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