Senior Aruba Network Engineer (Vienna)
Position Title: Senior Aruba Network EngineerLocation: Vienna, VirginiaTop 3 Skills:Aruba clear passStrong Aruba networking experienceAruba Certifications (ACSA, ACSP, ACCP, ACDX)Key ResponsibilitiesAruba Networking & WirelessDesign, deploy, configure, and support Aruba enterprise networking solutionsImplement and support Aruba CX switching platforms and Aruba wireless solutionsConfigure and troubleshoot VLANs, routing, spanning-tree, QoS, multicast, and network segmentationPerform wireless surveys, optimization, tuning, and troubleshootingDevelop high-level and low-level network designs and implementation documentationClearPass / NAC ResponsibilitiesDesign, deploy, and administer Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager environmentsConfigure:802.1X authenticationMAC authenticationGuest access workflowsBYOD onboardingRole-based access controlDynamic segmentationCertificate-based authenticationIntegrate ClearPass with:Active DirectoryLDAPPKI/Certificate ServicesMFA platformsSIEM/security monitoring toolsTroubleshoot authentication, authorization, and policy enforcement issuesDevelop and maintain NAC policies, enforcement profiles, and onboarding workflowsNetwork Security & ArchitectureAssist with network segmentation and Zero Trust initiativesSupport secure access strategies across campus and remote environmentsCollaborate with security teams on compliance, audit, and security initiativesParticipate in architecture workshops and technical strategy discussionsProvide guidance on best practices, standards, and operational improvementsOperational SupportPerform advanced troubleshooting for enterprise network environmentsSupport production maintenance windows and upgrade activitiesDevelop implementation plans, migration procedures, and rollback documentationCreate and maintain network diagrams and technical documentationMentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership when requiredRequired Qualifications7+ years of enterprise networking experience3+ years of hands-on Aruba ClearPass experienceStrong understanding of:TCP/IPRouting and switchingVLANs and segmentation802.1XRADIUS/TACACS+Wireless networking conceptsNAC architecturesExperience with Aruba CX switching platformsExperience with Aruba wireless controllers and APsExperience integrating ClearPass with identity providers and directory servicesStrong troubleshooting and analytical skillsExperience creating technical documentation and implementation proceduresExcellent verbal and written communication skillsPreferred QualificationsAruba certifications such as:ACSAACSPACCPACDXExperience with:Dynamic SegmentationZero Trust architecturesMicrosegmentation initiativesOnsite or Cloud-managed Aruba Central environmentsFamiliarity with:Cisco SystemsArista NetworksPalo Alto NetworksScripting or automation experience using Python, Ansible, or REST APIsExperience with network monitoring and observability platformsEducationAssociate's degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field preferredEquivalent combination of education, industry certifications, and relevant hands-on experience will also be consideredWork EnvironmentTravel may be required for client engagements, workshops, and onsite implementations, up to 35%Participation in after-hours maintenance windows and occasional weekend work as needed