Job Details
We are in search of a skilled and motivated Wireless Network Administrator to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and optimizing our wireless network infrastructure, ensuring top-notch performance, reliability, and security. If you are passionate about seamless connectivity and possess the required expertise, we invite you to apply and contribute to our organization's success.
Key Responsibilities:
Network Monitoring and Maintenance:
- Monitor wireless network performance, promptly identify, and resolve issues.
- Conduct regular updates, patches, and firmware upgrades.
- Perform routine network audits to ensure security and compliance.
Security and Authentication:
- Implement and maintain security protocols, encryption, and access controls.
- Manage user authentication and authorization through RADIUS or other mechanisms.
- Stay current with security best practices and threats in the wireless networking field.
Troubleshooting and Support:
- Provide technical support to end-users, diagnosing and resolving connectivity issues.
- Collaborate with other IT teams to troubleshoot network-related problems.
- Document network configurations and troubleshooting procedures.
Performance Optimization:
- Analyze network traffic and provide recommendations for optimization.
- Optimize wireless network performance through fine-tuning configurations.
- Plan and execute load balancing and capacity expansion as needed.
Vendor Management:
- Evaluate and select vendors for wireless network equipment and services.
- Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service-level agreements.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies and products in the wireless networking industry.
Policy Development:
- Develop and enforce policies related to wireless network usage, security, and access.
- Educate end-users on network policies and best practices.
Requirements
- Possess an active Confidential clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Wireless Network Administrator or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of wireless networking protocols, standards, and technologies (e.g., 802.11ac/ax, WPA3, 802.1X, VLANs).
- Familiarity with network management tools and software.
- Certification in wireless networking (e.g., CWNA, CCNA Wireless) is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining network security.
Nice to Have: - Vocera administration experience.
- Experience working with DHA.