Wifi Network Engineer

0201 CSC Computer Sciences Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in networking solutions seeks a Network Engineer with extensive experience in Aruba WiFi Networks. The ideal candidate will manage and optimize wireless networks, provide technical support, and guide teams through complex network issues, ensuring seamless operation and continued growth in networking capabilities.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of experience in data networks.
• Five or more years in Aruba WiFi networks.
• Experience in troubleshooting LAN systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot data network hardware and systems.
• Provide technical support and leadership for network issues.
• Install and configure network facilities and applications.

Skills

Proficiency in Aruba WiFi

Technical documentation

Cisco LAN/WAN

Complex routing with OSPF/BGP

Palo Alto Firewalls knowledge

IPSect tunnel management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Job description

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Summary:

Specialized in Aruba WiFi Networks, responsible for configuring, optimizing, and maintaining wireless networks. Possesses extensive knowledge of LAN/WAN, cloud networking, and Aruba Wireless networking.

Essential Job Functions:

Network Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Maintain data network hardware and systems.Investigate and resolve network and hardware issues.Research, analyze, isolate, and resolve errors.Assess and update older networks as needed.

Technical Support and Leadership: Provide technical support for internal and/or external customers.Answer technical questions and recommend solutions.Provide technical leadership for network problem escalation and resolution.

Network Installation and Configuration: Install and maintain network facilities, including hardware, software, and system data for small to medium-sized networks.Install network applications on network servers or voice equipment.Maintain, test, research, and resolve network problems.Perform network configurations and configuration changes of routers or switches.

Documentation and Communication: Prepare data network diagrams and drawings to document current operational status.Prepare routine proposal documentation to meet customer requirements.

Mandatory Skills:

Proficiency in Aruba WiFi skills.

Expertise in Aruba Controllers deployment and maintenance.

Experience with Visual RF Ekahau survey post-deployment surveys.

ClearPass and NAC skills.

Strong technical documentation skills.

Cisco LAN/WAN – CCNA level experience.

Experience in complex routing environments with OSPF/BGP/iBGP protocols.

Knowledge of Palo Alto Firewalls/Checkpoint firewalls (desirable).

Experience with the configuration and management of IPSec tunnels on both firewalls and routers (desirable).

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred: Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, management information systems, or related field.

Ten or more years of experience in data networks.

Five or more years of experience in Aruba WiFi networks.

Experience in troubleshooting LAN systems and technical infrastructure communication issues.

Experience with current network systems, networking principles, data, or video.

Possess or be eligible to apply for SC clearance.

Other Qualifications:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Skilled in time, priority, and task management.

Good interpersonal skills for interaction with customers and team members.

Effective communication skills for interaction with team members and support personnel.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.

Professional demeanor and confidence in handling technical problems.

Willingness to travel.

Availability for on-call work and potentially weekend or shift work.