Senior Cisco Wireless Engineer (remote) - Remote Eligible

Senior Cisco Wireless Engineer (REMOTE)

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now. We are currently seeking a Senior Cisco Wireless Engineer to join our team! This is a fully remote role with can be based anywhere in the US. The highly skilled Senior Wireless Engineer will design, implement, and optimize enterprise wireless networks. This role requires deep expertise in Cisco wireless technologies, network security, and integration with enterprise systems. The ideal candidate will lead troubleshooting efforts, implement best practices, and ensure high availability and secure connectivity across corporate and guest networks.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Wireless Network Design & Optimization
• Develop and implement best-practice configurations for corporate wireless networks, including certificate management and desktop standards.
• Ensure seamless SSID broadcasting and connectivity for both corporate and guest networks.
• Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution
• Resolve AP discovery issues caused by DNS/DHCP misconfigurations and ensure proper controller association.
• Diagnose and fix connectivity issues, including incomplete guest network setups and AD authentication failures.
• Integration & Security
• Integrate wireless authentication with Active Directory and coordinate with internal teams for service setup.
• Implement secure guest network solutions with proper isolation and firewall configurations.
• Controller Management & High Availability
• Upgrade and configure Cisco 9800 controllers for HA, adapting to changes in newer revisions.
• Conduct failover testing and validate redundancy for Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs).
• Infrastructure Assessment
• Evaluate existing cabling for guest network virtual router deployment; recommend upgrades if necessary.
• Documentation & Standards
• Review and update network documentation, including port descriptions and floor layouts.
• Maintain accurate records of configurations and cleanup inconsistencies.

Basic Qualifications:

• Technical Expertise: 7+ years of experience in enterprise wireless networking.
• 7+ years of strong hands-on experience with Cisco wireless solutions (WLCs, APs, 9800 series controllers).
• 7+ years of proficiency in DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and network isolation techniques.
• Security & Integration: 5+ Experience with Active Directory integration for wireless authentication.
• 5+ years of knowledge of certificate management and secure wireless standards.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to troubleshoot complex wireless issues and implement scalable solutions.
• Cisco CCNP Wireless or equivalent.
• CWNP certifications (CWNA, CWSP) are a plus.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D. Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client's needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees.