Wireless Network Engineer

Vivid is looking for an Aruba Network Engineer to join their clients IT team. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for supporting an enterprise level wireless network environment, managing the day-to-day operations, as well as providing technical leadership on a variety of network projects.

This is a customer-facing role, and the candidate must be able to communicate complex information to a variety of audiences with different knowledge backgrounds.

Clearance Requirements: U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for Public Trust

Key Responsibilities

Architect, deploy, and manage a comprehensive Aruba wireless network solution to enable seamless wireless connectivity and support the organization's wireless office requirements.
Provide expert operational guidance on network and security protocols, ensuring comprehensive information system validation to maintain the integrity and security of the network infrastructure.
Actively participating in laboratory testing of emerging technologies to evaluate their applicability and integration into existing systems.
Provide network infrastructure, security and wireless support and technical leadership to drive the execution of multiple mission-critical projects and initiatives while ensuring the maintenance of a stable operational environment.
Design and implement innovative network infrastructure and network wireless solutions, actively participating in laboratory testing of emerging technologies to assess their viability and integration into existing systems. Engage extensively with both customer representatives and development personnel to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
Troubleshoot complex network issues, coordinating with departmental administrators to expedite issue resolution and minimize operational disruptions.
Support the coordination of project development from initial kickoff meetings to final delivery, working under the strategic guidance of the Managing Director.
Author and manage technical documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintenance plans, while providing status reports as required by upper management and participating in data calls and other operational tasks.
Conduct thorough analyses of existing operations, offering actionable recommendations for improvement and growth.

Qualifications

A minimum of 5 years of functional experience in a Network Engineering role, with at least 3 years serving as a wireless network engineer in a large-scale enterprise network environment.
Extensive design, deployment and hands-on management of Aruba wireless, Aruba switches, Aruba ClearPass and the Aruba Central platform.
Proficient in BGP and other routing protocols and switching technologies.
Familiarity with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) is highly desirable.
In-depth understanding of network security operations, including firewalls (preferably FortiGate)
Exceptional ability to communicate complex network designs and concepts to diverse audiences, including technical peers and non-technical stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, enabling effective communication of complex technical information.
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
Professional Aruba certifications are highly desirable. Fortinet certification is a plus.This is a hybrid working role in the SilverSpring MD area.

Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law