Aruba Certified Network Engineer

Role Overview

• Perform Lan/WLAN network design, development, installation/configuration, packaging, testing, implementing, and Tier 3 level troubleshooting of multi-vendor network-related equipment in support of government solutions.
• Participate in capturing and analyzing technical requirements; documenting detailed system designs, implementation plans, and operations guides of network systems.
• Participate in both project and operational meetings; providing Tier 3 level support utilizing change control processes.
• Serve as a reach-back to field engineering teams supporting a variety of infrastructure projects.
• Responsible for the research and development of existing and new wireless technologies used to optimize and maintain DOD, commercial and corporate networks.
• Design, configuration, implementation, testing and troubleshooting of Wireless and LAN components and networks.
• Work with 3rd party and internal departments in integrating wireless equipment with current WAN and security infrastructure.
• Optimize LAN/WLAN network performance while fulfilling security requirements for user/device authentication, encryption and intrusion detection, i.e. 802.1x RADIUS Authentication using EAP-TLS.
• Responsible for installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and modification of network hardware and software.
• Provide tier 3 support with LAN/WLAN networks, client devices, including hand-held devices and associated LAN and WAN connectivity.
• Document installed networks, to include systems design, operations and implementations guides, Visio design drawings, etc.
• Maintain the security and integrity of all wireless hardware and software.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, or a AS/AA or two-year Tech School with 2-5 years of experience; or HS/GED with 5+ years of targeted experience; or a BA in a relevant technical area with 5 years of targeted experience.
• A minimum of 2-5 years of experience in wireless and network communications industry is required.
• Security + / DoD 8140 certification level IAT-I (must have within 3 months of hire).
• Must have a current HPE/ Aruba Professional level certification in at least one of the following (or ability to obtain within 3 months): HPE/ Aruba Professional Campus Access, HPE/ Aruba Professional Data Center, HPE/ Aruba Professional Switching, HPE/ Aruba Professional Network Security, HPE/ Aruba Advanced Product Certified
• ClearPass, Aruba Certified Switch Professional (ACSP).
• Familiarity with Survey analysis software and equi[ment.
• Proficiency with Aruba’s Airwave management platform.
• Knowledge of DNS & DHCP functions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Visio.
• Must be able to multi-task, required to provide daily status/updates to supervisors/ managers.
• Candidate must be a self-starter and possess the ability to identify all subtasks, prioritize work, and determine the tools / material required to accomplish their assigned task within the allotted time.
• Candidate must have strong problem-solving, as well as the ability to interact well with both internal and external engineers, technicians, and customers.

Tech Stack

• DNS
• Switching

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Matching
• Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Education & Training
• Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, and Military Leave)