Aruba Wireless Level 3 Network Engineer

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Role: Aruba Wireless Level 3 Network Engineer

Type: Contract

Location: Boston (Day 1 Onsite)

Duration: Long Term

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Level 3 Network Engineer with deep expertise in Aruba Wireless technologies
. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex wireless network environments, providing escalation support, and ensuring high availability and performance of wireless infrastructure across the enterprise.

• Act as the Level 3 escalation point for all Aruba Wireless network-related issues.
• Design, implement, and maintain Aruba wireless solutions, including Aruba Mobility Controllers, Instant Access Points (IAPs), Clear Pass, and Air Wave/Central.
• Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting of high-complexity wireless network issues.
• Manage wireless LAN (WLAN) performance, including RF surveys, channel planning, and capacity planning.
• Monitor and optimize wireless infrastructure using Aruba management tools.
• Support seamless integration of wireless infrastructure with wired network and security systems.
• Work closely with network architects to develop scalable and secure wireless network designs.
• Assist with firmware upgrades, patches, and configuration changes following change management protocols.
• Ensure wireless network compliance with organizational security policies and standards.
• Document network topologies, configurations, and standard operating procedures.

• 5+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering with a strong focus on wireless technologies.
• 3+ years hands-on experience with Aruba Networks solutions, including:
• Aruba Mobility Controllers (MMC/MDC)
• Aruba Access Points (APs & IAPs)
• Aruba Clear Pass Policy Manager
• Aruba Air Wave or Aruba Central
• Deep understanding of wireless protocols (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), RF fundamentals, and WLAN security (WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X).
• Experience conducting and interpreting wireless site surveys (Ekahau or similar tools).
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts such as VLANs, routing, switching, DHCP, DNS, RADIUS, and firewalls.
• Proficient in troubleshooting using tools like Wireshark, CLI, and Aruba logs.
• Experience working in complex, multi-site enterprise environments.