Wireless LAN Controllers
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Tech stack
Job description
This position is primarily focused on the day-to-day support, administration, optimization, and troubleshooting of a large enterprise Cisco-based network environment. Approximately 80-90% of the role will be dedicated to operational support, maintenance, and implementation activities, with 10-20% focused on project participation and network enhancements.
The ideal candidate will possess strong experience supporting Cisco networking technologies and be comfortable working across routing, switching, wireless, firewall, SD-WAN, and network security environments.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Network Operations & Support
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Provide day-to-day administration, support, monitoring, and troubleshooting of a multi-site global enterprise network environment.
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Support WAN, LAN, VLAN, SD-WAN, wireless, internet connectivity, and remote access services.
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Diagnose and resolve network-related incidents utilizing established operational procedures and best practices.
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Monitor network health, availability, capacity, and performance using enterprise monitoring tools.
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Participate in production support activities, root cause analysis, issue resolution, and documentation efforts.
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Manage and maintain network infrastructure across corporate offices, manufacturing facilities, and remote locations.
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Collaborate with infrastructure, security, server, cloud, and application teams to resolve cross-functional issues.
Cisco Infrastructure Support
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Federal Signal operates as an all-Cisco networking environment. Candidates should have experience supporting and troubleshooting Cisco-based networking infrastructure including:
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Cisco routing and switching technologies.
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Cisco Catalyst switching platforms.
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Cisco wireless environments utilizing Cisco 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers.
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Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN (formerly Viptela).
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Cisco firewall technologies including Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD).
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Integrated security services within Cisco SD-WAN environments.
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Cisco network management and monitoring solutions.
Network Security
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Support and maintain network security controls and technologies.
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Troubleshoot connectivity issues involving firewalls, VPNs, security policies, and segmentation.
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Assist with the implementation and support of network access control and Zero Trust initiatives.
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Maintain understanding of firewall concepts including: Access control policies, NAT, VPN technologies, Security zones, Threat prevention capabilities
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Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to support compliance and security improvement initiatives.
Project Participation
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Participate in infrastructure modernization initiatives and technology refresh projects.
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Assist with network implementations, upgrades, migrations, and deployment activities.
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Contribute operational expertise to architecture and design discussions when required.
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Develop and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and network diagrams.
Upcoming Strategic Initiatives
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Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) deployments
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Network micro-segmentation projects
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Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) implementations
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802.1X authentication initiatives
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Enterprise wireless hardware refresh programs
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DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) redesign efforts
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Cloud redundancy and resiliency redesign initiatives
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Network security modernization projects, Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. Related Jobs Vendor Network Administrator Aston Carter Schaumburg, IL*On-Site Finance Accounting Procurement Supply Chain Communication Clerical Works Prioritization Problem Solving Decision Making Data Management Customer Service Microsoft Outlook Progress Reporting Business Objectives Business To Business Cycle Time Variation Network Administration Artificial Intelligence Self Service Technologies
Requirements
Operations Management Resilience IEEE 802.1X Cyber Security Access Network Authentications Access Controls Network Routing Cisco firePOWER Cisco Networking Network Security Security Policies Business Valuation Wide Area Networks Root Cause Analysis Remote Access Systems Full Stack Development Network Infrastructure Network Access Control Cisco Routers Switches Artificial Intelligence Technical Documentation Infrastructure Security Wireless Communications Business Transformation Wireless LAN Controllers Network Address Translation Infrastructure Optimization IP Address Management (IPAM) Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Software-Defined Networking Wide Area Network (SD-WAN), Management Resilience IEEE 802.1X Cyber Security Access Network Authentications Access Controls Network Routing Cisco firePOWER Cisco Networking Network Security Security Policies Business Valuation Wide Area Networks Root Cause Analysis Remote Access Systems Full Stack Development Network Infrastructure Network Access Control Cisco Routers Switches Artificial Intelligence Technical Documentation Infrastructure Security Wireless Communications Business Transformation Wireless LAN Controllers Network Address Translation Infrastructure Optimization IP Address Management (IPAM) Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
Benefits & conditions
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Downers Grove, IL. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type