About the Job:
The Level 3 Network and Wireless Engineer is a technical expert responsible for designing, securing, and optimizing the organization's enterprise wireless infrastructure (WLAN, controllers, BYOD). This role ensures high performance, compliance (SAMA/NCA), and scalable wireless solutions integrated with the broader network architecture.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Wireless Architecture: Lead Wi-Fi 6/6E deployments, conduct site surveys, and perform capacity planning. Design cloud-managed WLAN (Cisco DNAC, Aruba Central) and hybrid architectures.
- Network Infrastructure Oversight: Manage and optimize routing, switching, and interconnectivity across LAN, WAN, DMZ, B2B, and cloud environments, ensuring availability, performance, and security of network services.
- Advanced Troubleshooting: Resolve RF interference, roaming issues, and CAPWAP failures using tools such as Wireshark/Ekahau. Lead root cause analysis and long-term corrective action planning.
- Design & Implementation: Participate in network design reviews and implement enterprise-grade network infrastructure (ACI, SD-WAN, etc.). Evaluate and integrate new networking technologies.
- Network Change Management: Execute and oversee network configuration changes, migrations, and upgrades in compliance with change control policies.
- Monitoring & Optimization: Proactively monitor network performance, analyze trends, and implement tuning strategies for enhanced throughput and reduced latency.
- Documentation & Standards: Maintain up-to-date documentation of network diagrams, configurations, and operational procedures.
- Collaboration & Mentorship: Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams on service delivery. Provide guidance to Level 2 engineers and junior staff.
Mandatory Skills:
- 3+ years of relevant work experience, with a minimum of 1 year in a similar role.
- Expert-level knowledge in routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), switching (VLANs, STP, VTP), and IP addressing.
- Expertise in Cisco WLC/Aruba/Meraki, RF tools, and WIPS.
- Strong hands-on experience with Cisco technologies: ACI Data Center and SD-WAN platforms.
- Proficient in DMZ, B2B, and internet gateway configuration.
- Solid understanding of network segmentation, redundancy, and high availability principles.
- Strong diagnostic and analytical skills, especially under pressure.
- Excellent documentation and communication skills.
Nice-to-Have Skills & Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- Preferred certifications: Cisco CCNP or CCIE (Enterprise or Data Center track), SD-WAN certifications (Cisco, Viptela), ACI or Nexus-related training.
Working Conditions:
- Occasional visits to data centers and branch offices.
- Availability for critical issue resolution and planned changes during off-hours.
- Regular interaction with cross-functional technical teams.
Language Requirements:
Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
