Network Engineer (Aruba Wireless)

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.