[Hiring] Aruba Certified Network Engineer @By Light HQ

Role Description

By Light is seeking an experienced HPE/Aruba Network Engineer to perform LAN/WLAN network design, development, installation/configuration, packaging, testing, implementing, and Tier 3 level troubleshooting of multi-vendor network-related equipment in support of government solutions ranging from single stand-alone to large-scale enterprise environments.

The primary responsibility for this position includes:

• All efforts involved with engineering tasks associated with WLAN/LAN task orders involving wireless network solutions in both classified and non-classified environments.
• Capturing and analyzing technical requirements.
• Documenting detailed system designs, implementation plans, and operations guides of network systems.
• Participating in project and operational meetings.
• Providing Tier 3 level support utilizing change control processes.
• Serving as a reach-back to field engineering teams supporting a variety of infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree, or an AS/AA or two-year Tech School with 2-5 years of experience; or HS/GED with 5+ years of targeted experience; or a BA in a relevant technical area with 5 years of targeted experience.
• A minimum of 2-5 years of experience in wireless and network communications industry.
• Security + / DoD 8140 certification level IAT-I (must have within 3 months of hire).
• Current HPE/Aruba Professional level certification in at least one of the following (or ability to obtain within 3 months):
  • HPE/Aruba Professional Campus Access
  • HPE/Aruba Professional Data Center
  • HPE/Aruba Professional Switching
  • HPE/Aruba Professional Network Security
  • HPE/Aruba Advanced Product Certified - ClearPass
  • Aruba Certified Switch Professional (ACSP)
• Familiarity with survey analysis software and equipment.
• Proficiency with Aruba’s Airwave management platform.
• Knowledge of DNS & DHCP functions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Visio.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to interact well with both internal and external engineers, technicians, and customers.
• Ability to multi-task and provide daily status/updates to supervisors/managers.
• Self-starter with the ability to identify subtasks, prioritize work, and determine required tools/materials.

Requirements

• This position requires frequent travel in the domestic U.S.
• Responsible for the research and development of existing and new wireless technologies used to optimize and maintain DOD, commercial, and corporate networks.
• Working with 3rd party and internal departments in integrating wireless equipment with current WAN and security infrastructure.
• Optimizing LAN/WLAN network performance while fulfilling security requirements for user/device authentication, encryption, and intrusion detection (e.g., 802.1x RADIUS Authentication using EAP-TLS).
• Responsible for installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and modification of network hardware and software.
• Provides Tier 3 support with LAN/WLAN networks, client devices, including hand-held devices and associated LAN and WAN connectivity.
• Responsible for documentation of installed networks, including systems design, operations and implementations guides, Visio design drawings, etc.
• Maintains the security and integrity of all wireless hardware and software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.

Special Requirements/Security Clearance

• Must possess a DOD Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, stoop, walk, and climb ladders as required.
• Must be able to lift 35 lbs.