Position: Cisco Wireless Network Engineer
📍 Location: Plano, TX (On-site)
📅 Posted: 26 days ago
🧳 Experience Level: Mid-Senior (7+ years)
🎓 Education: Bachelor's degree required
🛂 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
📦 Relocation Assistance: Not offered
Lead Enterprise Wireless Innovation in a High-Impact Role
A cutting-edge opportunity is available for a Cisco Wireless Network Engineer to join an enterprise-scale technology environment at the forefront of wireless innovation. This on-site position in Plano, TX offers the chance to design, implement, and maintain high-performance wireless networks across a large multi-location infrastructure. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure robust connectivity, security, and performance across mission-critical systems.
This is the perfect role for a Cisco-certified expert with deep experience in DNAC, ISE, SDA, wireless controllers, and advanced troubleshooting in dynamic environments.
What You’ll Do
Provide technical support for enterprise LAN, Security, and Wireless platforms across North America
Deploy and configure Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs) and Access Points (Aironet 9100, 4800, 3800, 2800 series)
Implement and manage Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine), SDA, and DNAC in large-scale wireless networks
Create and manage ISE rules/scripts to ensure secure and policy-compliant network access
Conduct wireless site surveys and implement corrective actions using Ekahau and other analysis tools
Troubleshoot wireless issues, including AP provisioning, VLANs, QoS, GRE Tunnels, VPNs, and AAA protocols
Manage firmware updates, network upgrades, and performance optimization
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure network efficiency and stability
Lead initiatives to improve service delivery and complete projects within target deadlines
Required Expertise
✅ 7+ years of hands-on experience with Cisco Wireless Controllers (5500s, 9800s)
✅ Extensive experience with Cisco ISE (AAA, guest access, FlexConnect) and DNAC
✅ In-depth knowledge of WLAN standards (802.11 b/g/n/ac), network management, and wireless security
✅ Strong experience with SDA, Meraki, and Cisco network management tools like PagerDuty, Thousand Eyes, and Data Dog
✅ Solid understanding of switching protocols (STP, VLANs, EtherChannels, HSRP, VRRP, LACP, PaGP)
✅ Expertise with wireless site survey tools and troubleshooting tools like Wireshark and Ekahau
✅ Familiarity with AAA protocols including RADIUS and DIAMETER
✅ CCNA Wireless Certification (required)
✅ Strong knowledge of Cisco router/switch configuration in large enterprise LAN/WAN environments
✅ Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP
Ideal Candidate Profile
Proactive problem-solver with exceptional attention to detail
Strong communication skills to report and collaborate with technical and non-technical teams
Comfortable working in a structured environment and handling incident tickets
Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and service improvement
Ready to bring enterprise wireless excellence to life? Join a forward-thinking IT team in a highly technical, enterprise-grade environment where your wireless expertise can make a major impact.