Network Architect

Tech Army, LLC; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Army, LLC is seeking a Network Architect to lead enterprise Aruba networking deployments and migrations in a Tallahassee-based environment. You will architect, deploy, migrate, configure, and monitor Aruba NAC, ClearPass, Central, and AirWave, ensuring scalable, secure network operations.

The role requires expert Aruba NAC and ClearPass proficiency, plus experience migrating large networks to Aruba Central.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5 years of equivalent experience.
• Certification: HPE Aruba Networking Certified Expert - Network Security.
• Expert in deploying Aruba NAC and migrating network devices.
• Experience migrating 2,000+ switches from AirWave to Aruba Central.
• Strong DNS/TLS/802.1x related knowledge and certificate handling.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy NAC using Aruba ClearPass across 2,500+ devices.
• Migrate Aruba switches from AirWave to Aruba Central cloud architecture.
• Engineer ClearPass policies including 802.1x, VLANs, and DUR.
• Configure Aruba wireless controllers, APs, and monitoring via AirWave/Central.
• Identify automation opportunities and optimize network operations.

Skills

Python scripting

PowerShell scripting

RF optimization

Wireless site surveys

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

5 years of equivalent work experience

Tools

Aruba NAC

Aruba ClearPass

Aruba Central

Aruba AirWave

Aruba OS / AOS-CX

Job description

The Network Architect will serve as the principal line of communication for the project team. The position will be responsible for the architecture, deployment, migration, configuration, optimization, and monitoring of enterprise Aruba networking environments.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy enterprise Network Access Control (NAC) using Aruba ClearPass across more than 2,500 devices and switches running Aruba Operating System (AOS) and Campus Experience (AOS-CX) code bases.
• Migrate more than 2,500 Aruba switches from Aruba AirWave to Aruba Central cloud architecture.
• Engineer comprehensive ClearPass policies, including:
  • Aruba ClearPass architecture and management
  • Service policies with 802.1x certificates
  • Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) assignment
  • Downloadable User Roles (DUR)
• Implement and configure Aruba wireless controllers and access points (Client), as well as Aruba AirWave and Central, for unified network monitoring and dashboard management.
• Identify automation opportunities and optimize network operations through documentation and monitoring adjustments.
• Conduct wireless site surveys, predictive heat mapping, and Radio Frequency (RF) optimization protocols to ensure optimal network coverage and throughput performance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or five (5) years of equivalent work experience.
• Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis when applicable.
• Active Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Aruba Networking Certified Expert - Network Security professional certification.
• Expert-level experience deploying and managing Aruba NAC.
• Experience serving as a primary technical lead in migrating a large network of more than 2,000 switches from Aruba AirWave to Aruba Central.
• Expert-level experience deploying and managing Aruba Central.
• Advanced knowledge of troubleshooting and deploying device and user certificates.
• Selected candidate must successfully complete a Level II Background Check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python programming and PowerShell scripting to automate network configurations, parse logs, and orchestrate API workflows.
• Extensive operational experience deploying, configuring, and managing legacy Aruba AirWave servers for network monitoring and baseline compliance.
• Proven ability to support and administer the enterprise Palo Alto security suite, including:
  • Panorama
  • Prisma Access
  • Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW)
  • Digital Experience Monitoring (DEM)
  • HPE Advanced Product Certified in ClearPass.