Job Description :
Act as Technical / Solution Expert on Aruba - LAN and Wireless
The SME will leverage their in-depth knowledge of Aruba Central's cloud-managed networking platform to design, configure, monitor, and troubleshoot wired, wireless, and SD-Branch networks
- Provide strategic guidance and technical expertise in the design and implementation of network solutions
- Lead technical discussions and workshops with clients and internal teams to identify requirements and develop solutions.
- Design, deploy, and manage scalable and resilient network architectures, including LAN and Wireless solutions
- Develop and maintain network design documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
- Ensure seamless integration of routing and switching solutions, optimizing for performance and reliability
- Coordinate with different vendors, partners and service providers as and when needed
- Train and mentor network engineers on best practices for deploying and managing Aruba Network
- Develop detailed network design documents, including topologies, configurations, and operational procedures
- Perform root cause analysis for network incidents and implement preventive measures
- Utilize moderate to complex lab setups to recreate and solve project implementation problems.
- Support in building setup for customer DEMO / POC.
- Should be highly motivated and customer focused professional
Excellent knowledge on :
Configure, manage, and optimize Aruba Central for wireless, switching, and SD-Branch environments.Provide technical leadership in onboarding and configuring devices in Aruba Central (APs, switches, gateways).Implement and enforce best practices for network management and security within Aruba Central.Develop automation scripts using Aruba Central APIs to streamline network management tasks.Integrate Aruba Central with third-party platforms for monitoring, ticketing, and analytics(e. , Splunk, ServiceNow).Design scalable and robust network solutions tailored to organizational needs using Aruba Central.Plan and execute large-scale deployments, upgrades, and migrations.Familiarity with scripting languages (e. , Python, JavaScript) and RESTful APIsHands-on experience with Aruba Instant APs, Aruba switches.Proficient in network protocols (e. , VLAN, STP, OSPF, BGP) and wireless technologies (e. , 802. 11 standards.Integrate with NAC solutions-Clearpass Aruba OS-CX and AOS-S knowledgeFamiliarity with Aruba switch operating systems (AOS-CX and AOS-S).Using Aruba Central for centralized switch configuration and monitoring.Configuring Aruba-specific features like Dynamic Segmentation and Zero Trust security enforcement.Experience :
8+ years of related experience in Customer facing Organization from the SI / Telco domain with with a focus on switching, routing, and wireless technologies.Proven experience in network design, implementation, and troubleshooting in large-scale environments.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiencesHands-on implementation experience on Configuring, managing, and optimizing Aruba Central for wireless, switchingStrong understanding of networking protocols (OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP) and security practicesOptimise network performance using Aruba Central for both wireless and wired networks, ensuring alignment with business goalsFamiliarity with integrating Aruba Central with other network management toolsStrong knowledge of networking protocols, security practices, and cloud networking.Good understanding and Knowledge on IP and related protocols (ARP, ICMP, TCP, UDP, DNS, DHCP),Familiarity with other SD-WAN and wireless vendors and technologiesAbility to work independently and lead projects with minimal supervisionExperience with network automation and orchestration tools.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to bothtechnical and non-technical audiences
Education, qualifications, and certifications :
BE / B. tech. / B. Sc. in EXTC / Computer Science / Information TechnologyRelevant certifications :
Certification on ArubaAruba Certified ClearPass ProfessionalAruba Certified Switching ProfessionalAruba Product Specialist Central(ref : hirist.tech)