Senior Wireless Network Engineer

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Alabama

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USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

PNC is seeking a senior Aruba Wireless Architect to design, deploy, and support enterprise WLAN across offices, campuses, and remote sites.

You will lead RF design, capacity planning, and surveys, while engineering Aruba ClearPass for authentication and guest access. Collaboration with security and NetOps teams is essential for a robust, scalable wireless backbone.

Qualifications

Enterprise wireless networks design, deployment and support experience.
Hands-on Aruba platform experience with APs, controllers, and Aruba Central.
Expertise with Aruba ClearPass including 802.1X and BYOD workflows.
Experience designing internet offload and guest Wi-Fi at large enterprises.
Deep understanding of 802.11 standards, RF, roaming, and wireless security.
Experience operating hundreds to thousands of APs/locations.
Strong troubleshooting across wireless, switching, routing, and auth.
Ability to translate technical concepts for stakeholders.
Experience in Agile/Iterative delivery for network initiatives.
Bachelor's degree; 8+ years experience; or equivalent.
Aruba ACMP/ACMX certifications preferred.
Experience in financial services or regulated environments preferred.
Familiarity with IaC concepts; NetOps exposure; Agile networking.
Scripting/automation like Python and REST APIs preferred.
Must be eligible to work in United States; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Design, deploy and support Aruba wireless LAN across offices, campuses and branch locations.
Lead wireless architecture, RF design, capacity planning and surveys.
Engineer and maintain Aruba ClearPass for authentication and guest access.
Collaborate on internet offload architectures and segmented access models.
Mentor junior engineers and serve as escalation point.
Partner with vendors on architecture reviews and feature adoption.
Support NetOps initiatives and network-as-code programs.
Participate in Agile backlog refinement and sprint planning.
Ensure alignment with risk management framework.

Skills

Aruba Wireless Platforms

Aruba ClearPass

802.11 Standards

Wireless Network Troubleshooting

Agile Delivery Models

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Aruba Central

TACACS

RADIUS

Wireless Assurance Tools

Observability Tools

Job description

Design, deploy, and support enterprise-grade Aruba wireless LAN solutions across corporate offices, campuses, and remote/branch locations
Lead wireless architecture and design, including RF design, capacity planning, predictive and post-deployment surveys, and coverage optimization
Engineer and maintain Aruba ClearPass for authentication, authorization, posture assessment, BYOD, guest access, and device profiling
Design and support internet offload architectures, guest Wi-Fi, and segmented access models
Collaborate with security teams on NAC, identity-based access control, and policy enforcement
Troubleshoot RF interference, roaming behavior, authentication failures, and performance degradation
Develop wireless standards, design documentation, and enterprise deployment best practices
Partner with automation, platform, and infrastructure teams on network-as-code and NetOps initiatives
Participate in Agile backlog refinement, sprint planning, and iterative design reviews
Serve as a senior technical escalation point and mentor junior engineers
Partner with vendors and integrators on architecture reviews, feature adoption, and wireless roadmap planning
Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to enterprise engineering teams, full-stack engineers, and clients
Design, build, and maintain technology solutions and lead enterprise engineering strategies
Maintain stakeholder relationships, address client requirements, and provide consultation
Resolve complex enterprise engineering problems and issues
Manage risks in accordance with PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework

Requirements

Expertise in designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise wireless networks
Strong hands-on experience with Aruba wireless platforms, including access points, controllers, and Aruba Central
Proven expertise with Aruba ClearPass, including 802.1X, BYOD workflows, guest access, device profiling, and TACACS/RADIUS
Experience designing and supporting internet offload and guest Wi-Fi architectures in large enterprise environments
Deep understanding of 802.11 standards, RF principles, roaming behavior, and wireless security
Experience operating wireless networks at enterprise scale, including hundreds to thousands of access points and locations
Strong troubleshooting skills spanning wireless, switching, routing, and authentication systems
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience working within Agile or iterative delivery models for enterprise network initiatives
University/college degree typically required; bachelor's degree listed
Typically 8+ years of industry-relevant experience
In lieu of a degree, comparable combination of education, job-specific certifications, and experience may be considered
Aruba certifications such as ACMP, ACMX, or equivalent preferred
Experience in financial services or highly regulated enterprise environments preferred
Familiarity with Network as Code/Infrastructure as Code concepts preferred
Exposure to Agile networking or NetOps operating models preferred
Familiarity with wireless assurance and observability tools preferred
Scripting or automation exposure, such as Python and REST APIs, preferred
Must be able to work in the United States; PNC will not provide employment visa sponsorship or participate in STEM OPT

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise-grade Aruba wireless LAN solutions, with a strong focus on RF design, capacity planning, and troubleshooting. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing subject matter expertise in network architecture and security.

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