Lead Network Engineer

• Campus Network Architecture: Lead the end-to-end design and deployment of campus network solutions, leveraging Cisco, HPE, and Aruba platforms to ensure scalability, resilience, and seamless user experience.

• Wireless Networking: Architect, implement, and manage Aruba Wireless infrastructure, optimizing coverage, capacity, and security for thousands of users across campus facilities.

• Network Access Control: Deploy and administer ClearPass solutions for secure network access, including device onboarding, authentication, policy enforcement, and guest management.

• Integration & Interoperability: Ensure seamless integration between Cisco, HPE, and Aruba ecosystems, troubleshooting and optimizing interoperability challenges.

• Network Performance Optimization: Monitor, analyze, and fine-tune network performance, proactively identifying bottlenecks, enhancing throughput, and minimizing downtime.

• Security & Compliance: Implement robust security protocols and standards across wired and wireless networks, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.

• Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams in large-scale network projects, setting clear milestones, tracking deliverables, and ensuring timely completion.

• Documentation & Standards: Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including topology diagrams, device inventories, configuration standards, and incident reports.

• End-User Support: Provide expert-level troubleshooting for network-related issues, collaborating with helpdesk teams, site support teams and end users.

• Capacity Planning: Analyze current and projected network needs, designing scalable solutions to support organizational growth and evolving technology.

• High Availability & Business Continuity: Develop and maintain network redundancy, failover mechanisms to ensure uninterrupted operations.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree or certifications are a plus.

• Experience: Minimum of 15 years' progressive experience in network engineering, with demonstrable expertise in campus network environments.

• Technical Certifications Preferred:

• Cisco CCNP/CCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure or Wireless)

• HPE ASE/MASE (Aruba Certified)

• Aruba Certified Mobility Expert (ACMX) or Professional (ACMP)

• Aruba Certified ClearPass Expert (ACCX)

• Other relevant industry certifications are desirable

Skills/Expertise

• Hands-on experience and advanced troubleshooting skills with:

• Cisco switching and routing (Catalyst, Nexus, DNA Center)

• HPE/Aruba switching

• Aruba Wireless, APs, Controllers, Mobility Conductor

• ClearPass Policy Manager, Guest, Onboard, and integration features

• Network access control and zero-trust frameworks

• Campus segmentation (VLANs, VXLAN, SDN)

• Network monitoring tools

• Authentication protocols (802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+, EAP)

Soft Skills

• Results-driven mindset with a track record of delivering high-impact network solutions on time and within budget

• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and organizational abilities

• Clear and effective communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences

• Leadership and mentorship experience, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing among teams

• Agility in dynamic, fast-paced environments, adapting to evolving business needs

The annual salary range for California is $136,500 to $253,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.

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