Wireless Network Architect

New Era Technology offers:   

· Full Benefits

· Medical

· Dental

· Vision

· 401K match

· 28 PTO Days including company holidays

SUMMARY: We currently have a need for a Senior Wireless Network Architect to design and implement enterprise wireless networks. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of relevant work experience in Wireless (Wi-Fi, cellular) network infrastructures. The candidate will work as part of a team of network architects designing and deploying Wireless infrastructure. Global Financial Services, Healthcare or Pharmaceutical or Managed Services experience is strongly preferred.

PRIMARY DUTIES include but are not limited to:

• Develop engineering solutions and explain technologies to customers.
• Gather requirements and propose solutions including hardware and engineering services.
• Provide recommendations on viability, implementation strategies and optimal implementation of solutions.
• Develop design and system configuration based on technical requirements
• Prepare statement of work (SOW’s), level of effort and bill of materials (BOM’s) for projects.
• Recommend enhancements/changes to system design as appropriate
• Identify, research, evaluate and implement emerging wireless technologies.
• Design networks with Cisco/Meraki/Aruba WLAN controllers and over thousands of AP over multiple locations.
• Determine switching, routing, firewall and wireless hardware requirements.
• Experience using Ekahau/Air Magnet Survey and Spectrum Analyzer, analyzing collected RF data to determine cell boundaries, AP power settings, and noise and interference sources.
• Provide guidance on wireless survey criteria and review/validate surveys performed by team members.
• Provide oversight for configuration, installation and maintenance
• Provide assistance with troubleshooting and documenting issues.
• Create standard deployment and support documentation to be handed over to the operations group
• Train deployment/field engineers for on-site deployment/troubleshooting
• Experience with Cellular Wireless with Private 5G/4G, in building cellular, small cell and CBRS technologies.

COMPENTENCY:

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with all customer contacts.
• Experience preparing SOW and BOMs.
• Experience with Cisco 9800, 8500 and 5500 WLC’s.
• Experience using Cisco Prime and Mobility Search Engine (MSE)
• Familiarity with Real Time Location Systems (RTLS) design
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center and Cisco Spaces.
• Experience designing and deploying Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine) for secure wireless network access.
• Knowledge of Wireless RF design concepts.
• Knowledge of Cisco IOS/AirOS configuration and troubleshooting across multiple platforms.
• Knowledge of 802.11a/g/n/ac/ax, Cisco WLC, WCS, CAPWAP, LWAP; be able to use tools such as Cisco Catalyst Center, Prime Infrastructure, AirMagnet Spectrum, Ekahau to design and support WLANS.
• Knowledge of L2/L3 and wireless security features including access-lists, VACLS, firewalls, WPA, TKIP, CCKM, LEAP, etc.
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst 9k, 4k, 3k, 2k series switch platforms.
• Experience with interoperability/integration with network security, cloud platforms
• Through understanding IP concepts including routing, VRF, VXLAN, VLAN, QoS and capacity management concepts
• Ability to analyze and design network systems to achieve efficient and secure operation
• Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP, including packet-level traffic analysis
• Experience working in large enterprise networks is desired. The ability to work under pressure and interface with senior management will be key to these roles.
• Cellular wireless (5G, 4G, Small Cell, CBRS) design/implementation/support experience is a plus

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in related technical/business areas

EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years’ experience with enterprise Secure Wireless network design and deployment with Cisco/Aruba technologies
• Cellular wireless (5G, 4G, Small Cell, CBRS) design/implementation/support experience is a plus

LANGUAGE SKILLS: English

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Cisco data networking certifications i.e. CCNP, CCIE strongly preferred.
• Aruba Wireless Certifications
• Ekahau and/or AirMagnet Professional Certifications a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Regular use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Regular, repetitive movements such as typing, mouse movements, and scrolling. Ability to hear and understand spoken communications, both in person and via remote communication tools (e.g., phone, video conferencing).
• Ability to see and read computer screens and printed documents, as well as adjust focus. This includes prolonged periods of looking at a computer screen.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Remote

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK: Full-time position working 40 hours per week. Overtime may be required.

TRAVEL: Travel is required, but only occasionally, and is less than 10%.