Wireless Network Engineer

Job Details

Wireless Network Engineer

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Wireless Network Engineer

Job Profile Title

Network Engineer

Job Description Summary

Information Systems & Computing (ISC) is the University of Pennsylvania's central IT organization, providing the core network, data, voice, video, and enterprise application infrastructure and services upon which Penn's numerous Schools and Centers build their unique tools and capabilities.

ISC's 300-plus employees work closely with the University's IT organizations in order to create, deliver and support products and services that help Schools and Centers operate efficiently and effectively. We strive to be easy to work with, and to serve as a trusted advisor to Penn's IT community, faculty, staff and students in support of an environment of discovery and progress.

ISC's focus on customer service and the high-quality, cost-effective, reliable implementation of modern IT solutions advances the mission of the University, as well as that of each individual School and Center. At Penn, technological freedom and departmental autonomy represent dearly held core values. ISC supports those ideas by providing foundational services and cogent counsel, empowering individuals and departments to employ their distinct strengths in support of their goals.

Learn more about us by visiting https://www.isc.upenn.edu/about or www.linkedin.com/company/penn-information-systems-computing/.

We're looking for a Wireless Network Engineer to design, implement, and support a large-scale campus wireless environment. In this role, you'll conduct wireless surveys, optimize access point placement, and collaborate on new construction and infrastructure upgrades.You'll tackle complex networking challenges, support major campus events, and serve as a high level technical resource for IT and network teams. This position is primarily on site.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform wireless surveys to identify signal problems.
• Design wireless access point layout for optimal coverage.
• Work with project managers to design placement for new APs in areas undergoing construction.
• Plan and execute upgrades of wireless equipment.
• Configures access points in AirWave and Wireless Controllers.
• Provide support for large campus-wide events, such as Commencement and Penn Relays.
• Resolve complex networking problems involving wireless infrastructure.
• Use a variety of tools to identify and analyze networking problems.
• Function as high-level support for networking questions from network specialists and IT support specialists.
• Track and evaluate new networking technologies and products.
• Communicate regularly with internal and external stakeholders.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor of Science and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals: IPv4, IPv6, routing, subnetting, DHCP, DNS, etc.
• Expertise with 802.11 standards, RF site surveys, WLAN design, and security protocols.
• Experience with HPE Aruba Access Points, Controllers, AirWave, UXI Sensors, and Central preferred.
• Attention to detail and strong planning and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Prior experience scripting in Python or similar language.
• Hands-on experience with Ekahau or NetAlly.
• Experience managing ClearPass.
• Experience with UXI Sensors and Central.
• Experience working in a higher education environment.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Information Systems and Computing

Pay Range

$70,500.00 - $105,000.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.