Overview
On Site
USD 76.53 - 86.53 per hour
Full Time
Skills
Professional Services
Business Transformation
Emerging Technologies
Apache Flex
Test Plans
Reporting
Accounting
FCAPS
Release Management
Use Cases
Release Notes
Roadmaps
TAC
Cadence
Internet Explorer
Information Engineering
Continuous Integration and Development
Wireless Networking
Network Layer
Technical Training
Network Design
IPv6
Resource Allocation
Risk Assessment
Documentation
Computer Hardware
NetFlow
Firewall
Migration
Network
Security Management
Tier 1
Cisco
Meraki
Arista
RF
Optimization
Collaboration
Automated Testing
Customer Support
IEEE 802.11
Access Control
Microsoft Dynamics AX
WPA
Authentication
IOS Development
AirMagnet
Spectrum Analyzer
Wireshark
NetScout
Version Control
Git
Management
JIRA
Bugzilla
Shell
Python
Scripting
DevOps
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Microsoft Windows
Android
OS X
Computer Networking
DHCP
SNMP
DNS
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
FTP
SMTP
ICMP
Spanning Tree Protocol
Servers
RADIUS
Linux
Microsoft IAS
Testing
Integration Testing
Performance Testing
System Testing
Wireless Communication
Bluetooth
Cisco Certifications
Switches
TCP/IP
IPv4
ISIS
OSPF
IP
Intellectual Property
Routing Protocols
Routing
Border Gateway Protocol
Virtual Private Network
IPsec
L2TP
MPLS
Job Details
Accenture Flex offers you the flexibility of local fixed-duration project-based work powered by Accenture, a leading global professional services company. Accenture is consistently recognized on FORTUNE's 100 Best Companies to Work For and Diversity Inc's Top 50 Companies For Diversity lists.
As an Accenture Flex employee, you will apply your skills and experience to help drive business transformation for leading organizations and communities. In addition to delivering innovative solutions for Accenture's clients, you will work with a highly skilled, diverse network of people across Accenture businesses who are using the latest emerging technologies to address today's biggest business challenges.
You will receive competitive rewards and access to benefits programs and world-class learning resources. Accenture Flex employees work in their local metro area onsite at the project, significantly reducing and/or eliminating the demands to travel.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities to include but not be limited to the following:
Design high performance wireless networks and solutions that conform to the latest industry security standards and best practices.
Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to translate the user requirements and use cases into appropriate network solutions and associated deliverables.
Define and develop criteria for evaluating and selecting Wireless Platforms/Solutions.
Execute the test plan and publish a comparison report among participating OEMs.
Integration of OEM platforms with Client Prod Tooling stack for Fault, Configuration, Accounting, Performance & Security (FCAPS).
Wireless platforms release management:
Create a comprehensive list of use cases/scenarios to be tested.
Review reports provided by manufacturers, including release notes, dependencies, caveats, and affected bugs, and update guidance accordingly.
Track new features on OEM Roadmap.
Track critical open issues and fixes with OEM TAC.
Track open security vulnerabilities and fixes.
Define an upgrade cadence and rollout plan for production. Coordinate the upgrades in validation lab (ie. Validation Chambers and WLCs) and prod rollout.
Setup/write automated Wi-Fi tests for Continuous Integration (CI) and release validation (bug scrub).
Provide support and guidance to wireless network operations team for troubleshooting (Client and Network side) critical issues and L3 escalations.
Participate in the development and improvement of processes, metrics, tools, alerting, and scripts to optimize network performance and ensure reliable operations. This includes identifying opportunities for automation and solutions that enhance monitoring capabilities, streamline processes, and reduce human error.
Proactively contribute to and maintain technical/training documentation.
Network Design and Planning: Developing detailed network architecture plans incorporating IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes to accommodate current and future network requirements, to meet organizational needs and future growth. Using protocols such as BGP/MP-BGP, EVPN VXLAN and OSPF for efficient and scalable network routing.
Installation and Configuration: Navigating difficult issues in supporting existing deployment teams involving a strong technical, strategic and collaborative approach. Setting up network devices with advanced protocols features BGP/MP-BGP, EVPN VXLAN. DHCP, supporting both IPv4 and DHCPv6 for IPv6. Configuring DNS for resolving domain names to both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses. Implementing stateful and stateless firewalls to control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.
Assessment and Planning: Conducting a thorough analysis of the existing networks. Developing a detailed migration plan, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk assessment. Creating comprehensive documentation for both the legacy and new networks. Configuring new hardware and software according to the design specifications. Performing rigorous testing to ensure functionality, performance, and compatibility. Executing the migration plan with minimal disruption to ongoing operations. Coordinating with cross-functional teams to manage dependencies and resolve issues promptly.
Maintenance and Support: Using SNMP/NetFlow/sFlow/ICMP/syslog for monitoring and managing network performance. Regularly updating firewall rules and configurations to protect against emerging threats. Monitoring the old and new network to ensure stability and performance. Providing pre and post-migration support for old and new network architectures. Troubleshooting to address any complex issues that arise.
Security Management.
* Onsite in Menlo Park
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York/New Jersey or Washington as set forth below.
We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
Information on benefits is here.
Role Location Hourly Salary Range
California $76.53 to $86.53
Colorado $76.53 to $86.53
District of Columbia $76.53 to $86.53
Illinois $76.53 to $86.53
Minnesota $76.53 to $86.53
Maryland $76.53 to $86.53
New York/New Jersey $76.53 to $86.53
Washington $76.53 to $86.53
About Accenture
We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.At Accenture, we see well-being holistically, supporting our people's physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We're proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World's Best Workplaces .Join Accenture to work at the heart of change.
Visit us at
What We Believe
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.
Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Read more here
Requesting An Accommodation
Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs such as for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 or send us an email or speak with your recruiter.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.
For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Opportunity Statement
Accenture is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
Other Employment Statements
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. Further, at Accenture a criminal conviction history is not an absolute bar to employment.
The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.
California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position, please click here for additional important information.
Please read Accenture's Recruiting and Hiring Statement for more information on how we process your data during the Recruiting and Hiring process.
As an Accenture Flex employee, you will apply your skills and experience to help drive business transformation for leading organizations and communities. In addition to delivering innovative solutions for Accenture's clients, you will work with a highly skilled, diverse network of people across Accenture businesses who are using the latest emerging technologies to address today's biggest business challenges.
You will receive competitive rewards and access to benefits programs and world-class learning resources. Accenture Flex employees work in their local metro area onsite at the project, significantly reducing and/or eliminating the demands to travel.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities to include but not be limited to the following:
Design high performance wireless networks and solutions that conform to the latest industry security standards and best practices.
Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to translate the user requirements and use cases into appropriate network solutions and associated deliverables.
Define and develop criteria for evaluating and selecting Wireless Platforms/Solutions.
Execute the test plan and publish a comparison report among participating OEMs.
Integration of OEM platforms with Client Prod Tooling stack for Fault, Configuration, Accounting, Performance & Security (FCAPS).
Wireless platforms release management:
Create a comprehensive list of use cases/scenarios to be tested.
Review reports provided by manufacturers, including release notes, dependencies, caveats, and affected bugs, and update guidance accordingly.
Track new features on OEM Roadmap.
Track critical open issues and fixes with OEM TAC.
Track open security vulnerabilities and fixes.
Define an upgrade cadence and rollout plan for production. Coordinate the upgrades in validation lab (ie. Validation Chambers and WLCs) and prod rollout.
Setup/write automated Wi-Fi tests for Continuous Integration (CI) and release validation (bug scrub).
Provide support and guidance to wireless network operations team for troubleshooting (Client and Network side) critical issues and L3 escalations.
Participate in the development and improvement of processes, metrics, tools, alerting, and scripts to optimize network performance and ensure reliable operations. This includes identifying opportunities for automation and solutions that enhance monitoring capabilities, streamline processes, and reduce human error.
Proactively contribute to and maintain technical/training documentation.
Network Design and Planning: Developing detailed network architecture plans incorporating IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes to accommodate current and future network requirements, to meet organizational needs and future growth. Using protocols such as BGP/MP-BGP, EVPN VXLAN and OSPF for efficient and scalable network routing.
Installation and Configuration: Navigating difficult issues in supporting existing deployment teams involving a strong technical, strategic and collaborative approach. Setting up network devices with advanced protocols features BGP/MP-BGP, EVPN VXLAN. DHCP, supporting both IPv4 and DHCPv6 for IPv6. Configuring DNS for resolving domain names to both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses. Implementing stateful and stateless firewalls to control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.
Assessment and Planning: Conducting a thorough analysis of the existing networks. Developing a detailed migration plan, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk assessment. Creating comprehensive documentation for both the legacy and new networks. Configuring new hardware and software according to the design specifications. Performing rigorous testing to ensure functionality, performance, and compatibility. Executing the migration plan with minimal disruption to ongoing operations. Coordinating with cross-functional teams to manage dependencies and resolve issues promptly.
Maintenance and Support: Using SNMP/NetFlow/sFlow/ICMP/syslog for monitoring and managing network performance. Regularly updating firewall rules and configurations to protect against emerging threats. Monitoring the old and new network to ensure stability and performance. Providing pre and post-migration support for old and new network architectures. Troubleshooting to address any complex issues that arise.
Security Management.
* Onsite in Menlo Park
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum 6 years experience in enterprise Wi-Fi design, deployment and at scale operation including configuration, monitoring and troubleshooting with experience with Tier 1 Wi-Fi vendors ecosystem Cisco, Meraki, Arista, Mist etc.
- Minimum 6 years experience in system test, RF Survey, Optimization, Wi-Fi Alliance WFA Certifications Lab, Test Automation, validation on commercial Residential Enterprise Access point Controller products and Customer support.
- Minimum 6 years experience with Wi-Fi protocols as defined by IEEE 802.11 family of standards a b g n ac ax .
- Minimum 6 years of experience working with Bluetooth and familiarity with its various versions.
- Minimum 6 years experience with thorough understanding of Wi-Fi security standards, including WPA2 WPA3, as well as Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP Experience with implementation, configuration and troubleshooting of Wi-Fi supplicant and client device stack, specifically focusing on Android and iOS Wi-Fi stack.
- Minimum 6 years experience with Planning Survey Tools AirMagnet, Ekahu etc.
- Minimum 6 years experience with Testing Tools Spectrum Analyzer, IxVeriwave, IxChariot traffic generator, iperf3, Wireshark, Omnipeek, Spirent C 50, NetScout, Octoscope Box.
- Familiarity with Source Control Systems Git.
- Have experience with Bug management tools such as Jira, Bugzilla etc.
- Familiarity with scripting Languages Shell, Python, Go. Ability to code for scripting automation. DevOps CI CD mindset for automation and scale.
- Have experience Platforms Windows, Linux, Android, MacOS.
- Have experience with Networking Protocols TCP IP, DHCP, SNMP, DNS, FTP, SMTP, ICMP, STP.
- Have experience with RADIUS Servers Free RADIUS Server, HOSTAPD Linux , Microsoft IAS and other AAA platforms.
- Have expertise in various types of testing including Functional, Feature Testing, Integration test, Performance testing, Stress and System testing on Wi Fi and Bluetooth products.
- CCNA, CCIE, or similar CCNP or CCIE or equivalent certification
- High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Qualifications:
- Subject matter expertise of routing and switching protocols: TCP/IP fundamentals, IPv4/v6, BGP/MP-BGP, ISIS, OSPF, MPLS, EVPN VXLAN, IP sub-netting and super-netting and hierarchical routing principles, routing protocol operation routing policies at BGP peering points VPNs and the associated tunneling technologies such as IPSEC, L2TP, MPLS, etc..
- Previous experience with network equipment vendor products (e.g., Juniper, Cisco, Arista, OEM).
- Comfortable with Linux or other UNIX implementations, with scripting skills.
- Experience with python scripting / ansible for scripting and automation
- Ability to read code as source documentation
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York/New Jersey or Washington as set forth below.
We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
Information on benefits is here.
Role Location Hourly Salary Range
California $76.53 to $86.53
Colorado $76.53 to $86.53
District of Columbia $76.53 to $86.53
Illinois $76.53 to $86.53
Minnesota $76.53 to $86.53
Maryland $76.53 to $86.53
New York/New Jersey $76.53 to $86.53
Washington $76.53 to $86.53
About Accenture
We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.At Accenture, we see well-being holistically, supporting our people's physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We're proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World's Best Workplaces .Join Accenture to work at the heart of change.
Visit us at
What We Believe
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.
Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Read more here
Requesting An Accommodation
Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs such as for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 or send us an email or speak with your recruiter.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.
For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Opportunity Statement
Accenture is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
Other Employment Statements
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. Further, at Accenture a criminal conviction history is not an absolute bar to employment.
The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.
California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position, please click here for additional important information.
Please read Accenture's Recruiting and Hiring Statement for more information on how we process your data during the Recruiting and Hiring process.
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