LEAD ADMINISTRATOR L1(CONTRACT)

Wipro Technologies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Wipro Limited in New York, NY is seeking a Lead Administrator L1 for a contract engagement with National Grid. You will lead design, deployment and optimization of enterprise WLAN, perform predictive and on-site surveys, and drive successful WiFi implementations across diverse facilities.

Role requires strong RF knowledge, 802.11 expertise (WiFi 5/6/6E/7), and experience with Aruba ClearPass and Ekahau/Hamina survey tools. Moderate travel to US grid sites will be expected.

Qualifications

• Experience with enterprise WLAN design, surveys and deployments.
• Strong knowledge of RF fundamentals and 802.11 standards.
• Proficiency with wireless survey tools and policy engines.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy and optimise enterprise WLAN across environments.
• Conduct wireless surveys and RF analysis.
• Lead troubleshooting for complex WiFi issues and performance degradation.
• Create Low Level Designs for WiFi and related services.
• Produce BoM for deployments and upgrades.
• Support lifecycle management and capacity planning.
• Collaborate with IT, operations and platform teams.

Skills

RF fundamentals

802.11 standards

WLAN authentication

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

CWNE

CCNP/CCIE

ACMP/ACDP/ACCX

Tools

Ekahau

Hamina

Aruba ClearPass

Cradlepoint/5G platforms

Job description

Job Title: LEAD ADMINISTRATOR L1(CONTRACT)

City: New York City

State/Province: New York

Posting Start Date: 9/11/26

Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients’ most complex digital transformation needs. Leveraging our holistic portfolio of capabilities in consulting, design, engineering, and operations, we help clients realize their boldest ambitions and build future-ready, sustainable businesses. With over 230,000 employees and business partners across 65 countries, we deliver on the promise of helping our customers, colleagues, and communities thrive in an ever-changing world. For additional information, visit us at www.wipro.com.

Job Description

Principal Wireless Network Engineer required for a programme of work within National Grid which aims to modernize and enhance the US network infrastructure to improve reliability, security, and user experience. Key initiatives include replacing end-of-life wireless hardware, deploying enhanced Wi Fi solutions, and provisioning high speed internet connectivity services overlayed with SDWAN technology.

The programme will also progress alternative connectivity options such as satellite and 5G solutions for disaster recovery and rapid deployment, while supporting facility expansion projects.

Comprehensive wireless surveys and design work will be a significant part of this engagement, with ad-hoc travel required to the US national grid sites to conduct physical Wi Fi surveys with Ekahau and/or Hamina tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy and optimise enterprise wireless LAN solutions across office and industrial environments.
• Conduct wireless surveys (predictive & on site), RF analysis and coverage optimisation.
• Lead troubleshooting for complex Wi Fi issues, including authentication, interference and performance degradation.
• Create and update Low Level Designs (LLDs) for Wi Fi, NAC and related network services.
• Produce accurate Bill of Materials (BoM) for new deployments, refresh programmes and upgrade initiatives.
• Support Wi Fi lifecycle management including hardware upgrades, software updates and capacity planning.
• Work with stakeholders across IT, operations and platform teams to define requirements and deliver scalable solutions.
• Contribute to standards, best practices, design documentation and knowledge sharing within the network engineering chapter.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong hands on experience with enterprise WLAN technologies (Cisco, Aruba).
• Must Have deep understanding of:
  • RF fundamentals (channel planning, power, interference mitigation etc.)
  • 802.11 standards including Wi Fi 5/6/6E/7
  • WLAN authentication (EAP methods, RADIUS, role based access)
  • Enterprise controllers, cloud managed Wi Fi platforms and policy engines
  • Proficiency with wireless survey tools (Ekahau, Hamina etc.)
• Experience with Cradlepoint, or similar 5G cellular enabled networking platforms
• Experience supporting large scale Wi Fi environments in complex organisations.
• Experience with Aruba ClearPass for 802.1X, RADIUS, profiling and role-based access
• Ability to interpret network analytics, performance data and incident trends.
• Excellent communication skills and comfort engaging with both technical and non technical stakeholders.
• Able to travel ad-hoc to National Grid locations for onsite pre and post deployment Wi Fi surveys

Desirable Certifications

• CWNE
• Cisco (CCNP/CCIE )
• Aruba (ACMP, ACDP, ACCX)

Mandatory Skills

CISCO Wireless Admin.Experience: 5-8 Years.

The expected compensation for this role ranges from $60,000 to $135,000 .Final compensation will depend on various factors, including your geographical location, minimum wage obligations, skills, and relevant experience. Based on the position, the role is also eligible for Wipro's standard benefits including a full range of medical and dental benefits options, disability insurance, paid time off (inclusive of sick leave), other paid and unpaid leave options.Applicants are advised that employment in some roles may be conditioned on successful completion of a post-offer drug screening, subject to applicable state law.

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Wipro is committed to creating an accessible, supportive, and inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to all applicants including persons with disabilities, throughout the recruitment and selection process. Accommodations must be communicated in advance of the application, where possible, and will be reviewed on an individual basis. Wipro provides equal opportunities to all and values diversity.

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