Responsibilities:
- Develop comprehensive Wi-Fi network architecture based on business requirements, considering scalability, security, and performance.
- Create detailed network design documents, including diagrams, technical specifications, and configurations.
- Lead the implementation and deployment of Wi-Fi networks, ensuring adherence to design specifications and industry best practices.
- Collaborate with network engineers, IT teams, and vendors to integrate Wi-Fi solutions with existing infrastructure seamlessly.
- Conduct thorough testing of Wi-Fi networks to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, coverage issues, and security vulnerabilities.
- Optimize Wi-Fi configurations and settings for maximum efficiency and reliability.
- Implement security measures for Wi-Fi networks, including encryption protocols, authentication mechanisms, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
- Provide troubleshooting and support for escalated Wi-Fi network issues, collaborating with support teams as needed.
Requirements:
- Diploma/Degree in IT/Computer Science.
- At least 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Wireless - Cisco Meraki and Mist Wireless, RF configuration, wireless security, Wi-Fi deployments (Meraki & Mist)
- Ekahau site survey, reporting and wireless troubleshooting using Ekahau sidekick.
- Security - Cisco ISE, 802.1X, TACACS, Firewalls (Palo Alto), digital certificates, IPSEC, access control for IoT devices.
- Routing and switching – TCP-IP, Route-Redistribution, IP Routing, STP, RSTP, 802.1x, MAB, Port Channel, Stacking.
- Troubleshooting- Debugging, log analysis, Wireshark, and packet capture analysis.
- Wireless network Migration skills.
Preferred Certifications:
- Cisco CCNP Wireless, CWNP certifications (CWNA, CWAP, CWDP, CWSP),
- JNCIA-MistAI and JNCIS-MistAI Wireless ,
- Ekahau Certified Survey Engineer (ECSE)
- equivalent industry certifications.
