WLAN Engineer

WLAN Engineer

Location: Hybrid in San Deigo California

Rate: Sempra

Duration: 12 Months will Extend



Special Notes:

We need local people for San Diego and will consider who wants to relocate

This role may require onlocation work with our customers. Some customers sites may
require contractors coming onsite to be vaccinated against COVID
19 and/or to receive frequent negative COVID19 testing.

No Remote

Description

Handling WLAN Refresh at multiple San Diego sites
Sempra HQ LAN Refresh


o Replacing 100 LAN switches at HQ

o Will entail months of prepwork and likely a few months of implementation

o Going from Juniper EX to Aruba 6300


As you continue the search please broaden the criteria:
WLAN Experience (Aruba preferred)
LAN Experience (Juniper to Aruba preferred). Candidate must be familiar with Aruba AOS and
CX platforms.
General knowledge of Network Engineering (this is the most critical)
Other Factors:
San Diego based as they need to be onsite for site walks site surveys and cutovers.
They will not physically do any of the installs (power cabling switches etc.)
Job Summary: As a WLAN Engineer specializing in Aruba technologies you will be responsible for
planning deploying configuring maintaining and troubleshooting wireless networks. You will work
closely with crossfunctional teams including network architects IT support and security personnel to
ensure the seamless operation of wireless infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
1. Network Design and Deployment:
Designing wireless network solutions based on business requirements using Aruba
products.
Conducting site surveys and analyzing RF data to optimize network performance.

Implementing WLAN infrastructure including access points controllers and network
management systems.
2. Configuration and Integration:
Configuring Aruba wireless controllers access points and related network devices.
Integrating WLAN solutions with existing network infrastructure and systems.
Implementing security protocols and policies including authentication and encryption
mechanisms.

3. Performance Monitoring and Optimization:
Monitoring network performance identifying bottlenecks and implementing solutions
to optimize performance.
Conducting periodic assessments and making recommendations for network
improvements.
Troubleshooting network issues and providing timely resolutions.
4. Documentation and Reporting:
Creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation including network diagrams
configurations and procedures.
Generating regular reports on network performance utilization and security.
5. Collaboration and Support:
Collaborating with crossfunctional teams to support networkrelated projects and
initiatives.
Providing technical expertise and guidance to IT support teams for escalated wireless
network issues.
Assisting in capacity planning and scalability assessments for WLAN infrastructure.

Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field (or equivalent
experience).
Proven experience as a WLAN Engineer with a focus on Aruba technologies.
Certification in Aruba networking (e.g. Aruba Certified Mobility Professional (ACMP) Aruba
Certified Design Professional (ACDP) etc.).
Indepth knowledge of wireless protocols standards (e.g. 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax) and RF
principles.
Proficiency in configuring and managing Aruba wireless controllers access points and network
management systems.
Strong understanding of network security concepts and experience implementing security
measures in WLAN environments.
Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to analyze complex network issues.
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

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