Senior Aruba Network Engineer
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Job Location:
McLean, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location:McLean VA (On-site)
Type: Full-time
Role Summary
KNZ Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Senior Aruba Network Engineer with strong experience designing implementing and supporting enterprise network environments built on HPE Aruba networking technologies with a particular focus on Aruba ClearPass.
The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise across wired and wireless networking network access control (NAC) authentication services segmentation and enterprise network architecture. This individual will work closely with clients internal engineering teams and project stakeholders to deliver secure scalable and operationally efficient networking solutions.This role may include architecture implementation migration optimization troubleshooting and operational support responsibilities across enterprise and government customer environments.
Key Responsibilities
Aruba Networking & Wireless
- Design deploy configure and support Aruba enterprise networking solutions
- Implement and support Aruba CX switching platforms and Aruba wireless solutions
- Configure and troubleshoot VLANs routing spanning-tree QoS multicast and network segmentation
- Perform wireless surveys optimization tuning and troubleshooting
- Develop high-level and low-level network designs and implementation documentation
- Design deploy and administer Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager environments
- Configure:
- 802.1X authentication
- MAC authentication
- Guest access workflows
- BYOD onboarding
- Role-based access control
- Dynamic segmentation
- Certificate-based authentication
- Integrate ClearPass with:
- Active Directory
- LDAP
- PKI/Certificate Services
- MFA platforms
- SIEM/security monitoring tools
- Troubleshoot authentication authorization and policy enforcement issues
- Develop and maintain NAC policies enforcement profiles and onboarding workflows
- Assist with network segmentation and Zero Trust initiatives
- Support secure access strategies across campus and remote environments
- Collaborate with security teams on compliance audit and security initiatives
- Participate in architecture workshops and technical strategy discussions
- Provide guidance on best practices standards and operational improvements
- Perform advanced troubleshooting for enterprise network environments
- Support production maintenance windows and upgrade activities
- Develop implementation plans migration procedures and rollback documentation
- Create and maintain network diagrams and technical documentation
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership when required
- 7 years of enterprise networking experience
- 3 years of hands-on Aruba ClearPass experience
- Strong understanding of:
- TCP/IP
- Routing and switching
- VLANs and segmentation
- 802.1X
- RADIUS/TACACS
- Wireless networking concepts
- NAC architectures
- Experience with Aruba CX switching platforms
- Experience with Aruba wireless controllers and APs
- Experience integrating ClearPass with identity providers and directory services
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Experience creating technical documentation and implementation procedures
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Aruba certifications such as:
- ACSA
- ACSP
- ACCP
- ACDX
- Experience with:
- Dynamic Segmentation
- Zero Trust architectures
- Microsegmentation initiatives
- Onsite or Cloud-managed Aruba Central environments
- Familiarity with:
- Cisco Systems
- Arista Networks
- Palo Alto Networks
- Scripting or automation experience using Python Ansible or REST APIs
- Experience with network monitoring and observability platforms
- Associates degree or higher in Information Technology Computer Science Engineering or a related technical field preferred
- Equivalent combination of education industry certifications and relevant hands-on experience will also be considered
- Travel may be required for client engagements workshops and onsite implementations up to 35%
- Participation in after-hours maintenance windows and occasional weekend work as needed
Benefits
Medical dental and vision insurance coverage.
Employer-paid short-term disability long-term disability and life insurance.
Paid time off with vacation (up to 10days per year).
Paid sick leave (up to 5 days per year).
401(k) retirement savings plan upon completing a year of the employment.
Tuition reimbursement or assistance toward continuing education.
Paid attendance at approved workshops and conferences.
Full access to LinkedIn Learning.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Perks(HQ Location)
Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages.
Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities.
Employee recognition programs.
Company-sponsored social events and team-building activities.
Collaborative team-oriented work environment.
Opportunities to work on high-impact projects with experienced professionals.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Tailored IT Consulting for Complex Business Needs. KNZ Solutions empowers organizations with expert insights and scalable strategies for lasting growth.
