Wireless Architect

Job Title: Wireless Architect 

Location: Downtown Manhattan, NY (Onsite) – Need locals to NY/NJ Only

Duration: 6+ months Contract

Job Description:

Summary:

This position is responsible for all aspects of architecting, designing, implementing, and support of network wireless infrastructure. We are seeking a senior wireless architect who can provide advanced-level architecture, design, implementation, and support with particular focus on modern wireless networks. The wireless architect will be responsible for wireless survey assessments , implementation, testing and optimization of the wireless network. The wireless architect will be responsible for all documentation and knowledge transfer of the wireless network implementation.

Act as a representative during IT planning initiatives to ensure that wireless initiatives are incorporated into IT plans and that service expectations are clearly defined. Responsible for working with business and IT stakeholders to balance real-world risks with business drivers such as speed, agility, flexibility, and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Experience architecting, designing, implementing, and support of wireless infrastructure.
• Propose changes to existing policies and procedures to ensure operating efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• As needed, assist the disaster recovery planning team in the selection of recovery strategies and the development, testing and maintenance of disaster recovery plans as needed.
• Wireless survey assessments, implementation, testing, and optimization of the wireless network
• Research, evaluate, design, test, recommend or plan the implementation of new or updated information wireless infrastructure, and analyze its impact on the existing environment; provide technical expertise for the administration of wireless tools.
• Assist in production issues and incidents and participate in problem and change management forums.
• Review enterprise diagrams and recommend wireless related enhancements.
• Experience with Cisco Client
• The candidate should have knowledge of protocols like DNS, DHCP
• Experience providing high-level direction during the troubleshooting of complex service outages.
• Oversee administration of network wireless Infrastructure and the resources on which it relies, including vendors, dependent services\organizations, enterprise engineering.
• Communicates and consults with technology personnel and advisory groups to administer network wireless infrastructure.
• Build trust and develop effective working relationships between Core technology team and constituencies ensuring the office's programs and standards are implemented in a manner consistent with the goals and objectives of the organization.
• Maintains 24 hours/seven days a week on-call status for critical wireless systems.
• Responsible for providing Tier-3 support for production issues.
• Operates and maintains wireless networks, tracks significant problems, monitors performance, and performs upgrades to hardware and software as required.
• Trains technical staff at the system and building level to follow proper operating procedures necessary to maintain the integrity of the network.
• Defines and Maintains documentation regarding wireless network configurations, operating procedures, and service records relating to wireless hardware and software.
• Maintains certification in wireless network technology such as Cisco or other relevant technology, and/or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
• Has strong understanding of cabling standards, IP address management, VPN, Firewalls, network security, wireless and network management platforms.

Required Technical Skills

• Access Points Catalyst CW9176I (Indoor), CW9176D1 (Directional), CW9179F (Large Venue) 3800 series.
• Wireless Controllers Catalyst CW9800M (Mid-Scale), CW9800H1/H2 (High-Scale), C9800-CL (Cloud), Wireless Access Points and Cisco 5500, 5700, 8500 Wireless LAN Controllers
• Experience with WiFi-7.
• TCP/IP, LWAPP, RADIUS, TACACS+, 802.11abg, 802.11n, 802.11ac
• Strong experience in AAA Architecture, DNS, TCP/IP, Firewalls, Infoblox, IPAM
• Strong knowledge of LAN/WAN/Wireless infrastructures, topologies, and protocols
• Strong understanding of network protocols and applications, such as DNS, DHCP, SMTP, HTTP/HTTPS, Multicast, SNMP, NetFlow
• Strong in troubleshooting different OSI layer issues and performance analysis by using sniffer tools.
• Expert proficiency in Cisco Prime Infrastructure and Cisco Client.
• Ability to write Python scripts for DNA/Catalyst Center APIs to automate bulk AP renaming and provisioning.
• Possess a profound understanding of RF propagation, antenna theory, and cutting-edge wireless technologies (4G, 5G, 6G, Wi-Fi-7).
• Expertise in utilizing advanced spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, TEMS, and industry-leading survey software (Ekahau, Acrylic,) for comprehensive site surveys and in-depth data analysis.
• Cisco Catalyst Center (On-Prem/Cloud), Cisco Spaces (Location Services).
• Observability Cisco Thousand Eyes (Enterprise & Endpoint Agents), Cisco Catalyst Center Assurance.
• Proficient in leveraging RF modeling and simulation software (Visio, and AutoCAD) to drive innovative solutions.
• Proven ability to strategically design networks for data, voice, and RTLS, while optimizing and troubleshooting RF systems to ensure exceptional coverage and capacity.

Education/Experience:

• 10+ years in Wireless Networking with a proven history of migrating to large-scale environments.
• The candidate must provide high level network design and implementation skills and combine technical intelligence with communication and presentation abilities.
• Candidate must be an individual contributor capable of self-directed work showing strong leadership and client relationship skills and who is focused on driving the complete network project.
• CCIE (Wireless)

Preferred Interpersonal Skills

• Strong customer service orientation
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
• Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to analyze issues, use sound judgment, and solve complex problems.
• Proficient in multi-tasking
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Understanding of development and project management processes and methodologies
• Understanding of industry trends as well as successful strategies and product roadmaps
• Strong strategic planning capabilities with proven hands-on implementation experience
• Working knowledge of corporate IT disciplines and group dynamics