Fusion HCR is seeking a Network Engineer to support a critical Aruba hardware end-of-life (EOL) replacement project. This is a contract position working within an enterprise environment, focused on upgrading and migrating legacy Aruba infrastructure to ensure continued network stability, performance, and vendor support.
Project Overview:
This project involves the assessment, planning, decommissioning, and replacement of Aruba wireless access points, controllers, and related hardware that have reached or are approaching end-of-life status. The engineer will play a key role in executing replacement strategies with minimal disruption to production environments.
Responsibilities:
- Perform detailed assessments of existing Aruba wireless infrastructure to identify EOL equipment.
- Plan and execute the decommissioning and replacement of Aruba APs, controllers (e.g., AP 1800), and associated components.
- Install, configure, and test new Aruba wireless devices in alignment with enterprise network standards.
- Collaborate with network operations and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless transitions with minimal downtime.
- Update network documentation, including diagrams, inventory records, and configuration files.
- Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to new hardware deployment or connectivity.
- Ensure compliance with internal change control and security policies throughout the project lifecycle.
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in network engineering, with hands-on work in wireless infrastructure projects.
- Strong working knowledge of Aruba wireless technologies, including access points, controllers, and Airwave.
- Experience performing hardware upgrades and lifecycle management in enterprise environments.
- Proficient in network documentation and change management best practices.
- Familiarity with VLANs, Layer 2 switching, and integration with Cisco or other enterprise switching platforms.
- Solid troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently or within a project team.
- Preferred: Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., PCI, SOX, MICS).
- Must be eligible to obtain Nevada Gaming Control Board Registration (if applicable).
If you’re a Network Engineer with Aruba expertise and experience managing hardware lifecycle projects, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in supporting a key enterprise upgrade initiative with real impact.
Apply now or reach out for more information.