Wireless Network Solutions Architect

Piper Companies is hiring a Wireless Network Solutions Architect for a remote contract position through the end of the year with a global technology leader. This role is ideal for someone passionate about wireless design and deployment, with the flexibility to travel up to 30% to diverse client environments—from manufacturing facilities to healthcare campuses.

Responsibilities of the Wireless Network Solutions Architect:

• Design, implement, and optimize cloud-managed wireless networking solutions, including wireless LAN, switching, security, and SD-WAN technologies.
• Utilize centralized dashboards for configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of network infrastructure.
• Provide advisory and consulting services to support seamless deployment and adoption of wireless and cloud-managed networking solutions.
• Ensure compliance with federal cloud security standards, including FedRAMP Moderate and StateRAMP requirements.
• Design and deploy hierarchical network segmentation across access, distribution, and core layers.
• Implement and optimize advanced routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP for WAN environments.
• Collaborate with service providers to integrate and enhance enterprise network performance.

Requirements of the Wireless Network Solutions Architect:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8–10 years of experience in enterprise wireless and network architecture.
• Deep knowledge of modern wireless standards including Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be).
• Proficiency in cloud-managed networking protocols and technologies (e.g., HTTP, DNS, SSL, CAPWAP, LWAPP).
• Strong understanding of authentication and encryption protocols such as 802.1x, RADIUS, and WPA3.
• Experience with SD-WAN deployments and routing protocols (OSPF, IS-IS, RIP, BGP), as well as Layer 2 technologies (STP, VTP, LACP).
• Familiarity with federal compliance standards including FIPS 140-2. Excellent communication skills and ability to lead complex technical projects.

Compensation for the Wireless Network Solutions Architect:

• Salary: $165,000-$185,000/year
• Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday, and Sick Leave if Required by Law

Keywords: Wireless Networking, Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 7, SD-WAN, Network Architecture, Cloud-Managed Networking, Routing Protocols, OSPF, BGP, CAPWAP, LWAPP, 802.1x, RADIUS, WPA3, FedRAMP, StateRAMP, FIPS 140-2, Network Segmentation, WAN Optimization, Enterprise IT, Network Security, Layer 2 Protocols

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