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# Senior Network Engineer IN San Jose, CA - Onsite (no remote)

- **Company:** Talentmovers Inc
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** IEEE 802.1X, User Authentication, Authentication Protocols, Catalyst (Software), Interoperability, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Cisco Nexus Switches, Zero Trust Network Access, User-Centered Design, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wireless Networks, Network Access Control, System Availability, Information Technology, Routing & Switching, TACACS+ Protocol, Cisco
- **Published:** November 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/d1c52686-665c-4939-92cf-bb76b09cdf4c/senior-network-engineer-in-san-jose-ca-onsite-no-remote

## About the Role

* 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:

o Cisco CCNP/CCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure or Wireless)

o HPE ASE/MASE (Aruba Certified)

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

o Aruba Certified ClearPass Expert (ACCX)

o 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)

## Description

* 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.