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Wireless Architect

Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Posted: 09/11/2023 Industry: Infrastructure Job Number: 37687 Work Location:

Job Description

Are you an experienced Wireless Architect? If so, let’s talk!
 
Our client is actively seeking a talented Wireless Architect located in Chapel Hill, NC. This is a 6-month contract opportunity with the possibility to go permanent with our client.

Job Overview:

The Wireless Architect position presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced and knowledgeable professional to lead the design, evolution, and maintenance of one of the most critical services utilized by faculty, students, and staff daily.

Responsibilities of the Wireless Architect include engaging and managing vendors, possessing expert knowledge in wireless subject matter and design, providing leadership and mentorship to team members, coordinating with team on multimillion-dollar building projects, providing guidance and plans for wireless life cycle and improvement, and engaging with customers to find solutions for their demands. While the primary focus of this position is in wireless, the Wireless Architect is also expected to aid in the maintenance, support, and design of the entire university network.

The ideal candidate for this position should possess a comprehensive understanding of networking technologies and the ability to provide guidance on how changes to network topology and equipment can affect the wireless design. Additionally, the Wireless Architect should have a deep understanding of 802.11 technology and the highest level of experience in designing interior wireless in a variety of spaces, including residence halls, classrooms, office spaces, and conference centers.

The successful candidate should also possess excellent leadership and communication skills to effectively mentor and task personnel to accomplish wireless projects across the university. They should have the ability to engage with other higher education institutions as a technical leader through participation in leadership activities.

Responsibilities:

ITS Infrastructure & Operations (I&O) manages the ITS data centers and provides around-the-clock support for ITS business computing activities. I&O also supports and maintains the infrastructure for network, data communications transport services, and campus desktop computers, and maintains the infrastructure for the operating systems for non-research ITS servers and for disaster recovery and business continuity activities for ITS. I&O also manages the enterprise-wide IT Service Management platform ServiceNow.

Requirements:
 
  • Masters’ and 2-4 years’ experience; or Bachelors and 3-5 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.
  • Significant demonstrated experience and working knowledge with 802.11 wireless technologies
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent project management skills
  • Experience managing an environment of at least 1,250 Aps
  • Experience in wireless site design including requirements gathering, translating business requirements to technical requirements, predictive modeling, and site surveys
  • Valid NC driver’s license or ability to obtain license within 30 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:
 
  • CWNA certification with extra emphasis on more professional level certifications such as the CWDP, CWAP, and CWNE.
  • Dense knowledge of 802.11 wireless standards and associated protocols
  • Experience deploying and managing Aruba 8.X environments
  • Experience in very large enterprise wireless networks exceeding 5,000 APs
  • Knowledge of 802.1X
  • Knowledge of RADIUS
  • Knowledge of Network Access Control
  • Experience and working knowledge with Enterasys, Cisco, Extreme and Arista
  • Experience in Network Management and Monitoring software (specific experience with Airwave and VM Ware Edge Intelligence)
  • Strong working knowledge of Ekahau
  • Experience with supporting / engineering / maintaining large networks
  • Experience with higher education networks
  • Ability to be autonomous and self-directed
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Experience in managing small teams, either directly or indirectly
  • Experience in managing vendor relationships

Job Requisition # 37687

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role is $71.00 - $76.00 per hour.

The disclosed pay range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.  The compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case, such as skills and experience levels.

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