Network Engineer - WLAN/LAN
Vanguard
IT
Charlotte, NC, USA
Posted on Oct 18, 2024
Responsibilities:
5+ years of experience in LAN/WAN engineering
Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience.
Strong knowledge of: Cisco DNAC, ISE, and Catalyst 9k switches, HPE Aruba wireless infrastructure
Routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)
Switching protocols (STP, VLANs, Trunking)
Network security best practices
CCNP or CCIE certification in Routing and Switching or Wireless
Nice to Have:
SD-WAN solutions (e.g., Cisco Viptela, VMware VCO)
Network automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python)
Cloud-based networking solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure)
ITIL or similar service management frameworks
Certification in HPE Aruba solutions (ACMA, ACMP)
Experience with network monitoring and analytics tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Splunk)
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Vanguard’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is central to our ability to deliver on our mission. We aspire to create a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse—one that enables our employees, whom we call crew, to thrive and bring their best selves to work every day on behalf of our clients.
Cultivating DEI lifts our entire organization, and everyone shares accountability for our progress—from our senior leaders who lay the foundation and set the example for inclusive behaviors to crew who are growing in their personal DEI learning experiences.
Together, we’re on a mission. We are fueled by the value of diverse voices and connected through friendships and a culture of care—for our clients, our communities, and each other.
Vanguard’s DEI journey has no finish line. Our commitment is enduring, and we remain focused on the path ahead. To learn more about Vanguard goals and progress toward DEI, download our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
- Design, implement, and troubleshoot WLAN/LAN networks
- Configure and manage: Cisco DNAC, ISE, and Catalyst 9k switches
- HPE Aruba wireless infrastructure (Mobility Controllers, Access Points)
- Collaborate on network upgrades, projects, and migrations
- Ensure network security, availability, and performance
- Develop and maintain network documentation and diagrams
- Provide 24/7 on-call support for critical network issues
5+ years of experience in LAN/WAN engineering
Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience.
Strong knowledge of: Cisco DNAC, ISE, and Catalyst 9k switches, HPE Aruba wireless infrastructure
Routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)
Switching protocols (STP, VLANs, Trunking)
Network security best practices
CCNP or CCIE certification in Routing and Switching or Wireless
Nice to Have:
SD-WAN solutions (e.g., Cisco Viptela, VMware VCO)
Network automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python)
Cloud-based networking solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure)
ITIL or similar service management frameworks
Certification in HPE Aruba solutions (ACMA, ACMP)
Experience with network monitoring and analytics tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Splunk)
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Vanguard’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is central to our ability to deliver on our mission. We aspire to create a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse—one that enables our employees, whom we call crew, to thrive and bring their best selves to work every day on behalf of our clients.
Cultivating DEI lifts our entire organization, and everyone shares accountability for our progress—from our senior leaders who lay the foundation and set the example for inclusive behaviors to crew who are growing in their personal DEI learning experiences.
Together, we’re on a mission. We are fueled by the value of diverse voices and connected through friendships and a culture of care—for our clients, our communities, and each other.
Vanguard’s DEI journey has no finish line. Our commitment is enduring, and we remain focused on the path ahead. To learn more about Vanguard goals and progress toward DEI, download our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.