L3 Wireless Network & Ekahau Engineer (6-7 yrs)

Role : L3 Wireless Network & Ekahau Engineer - Survey, Design & Upgrade.

Key Responsibilities :

Wireless Survey & Design :

- Conduct predictive and onsite wireless site surveys using Ekahau.

- Work with CAD floor plans, coverage areas, and attenuation zones.

- Identify and resolve coverage gaps, interference, and capacity bottlenecks.

- Develop WiFi heatmaps and recommend AP placements for optimal coverage.

WLAN Configuration & Deployment :

- Design and configure wireless LANs for high-density environments.

- Define SSID policies, RF tuning, and security settings (WPA3, 802.1X, ACLs).

- Configure and optimize Cisco/Mist/Meraki/Aruba APs and controllers.

- Implement QoS policies, VLAN segmentation, and traffic optimization.

Network Optimization & Troubleshooting :

- Analyze wireless logs, packet captures, and interference sources using Wireshark, NetAlly, and spectrum analyzers.

- Troubleshoot roaming issues, authentication failures, high latency, and throughput degradation.

- Conduct pre/post deployment validation tests to ensure compliance with performance benchmarks.

Reporting & Documentation :

- Create detailed survey reports, WiFi heatmaps, and AP placement recommendations.

- Maintain updated network diagrams, HLD/LLD, and configuration templates.

- Collaborate with stakeholders to provide continuous improvement recommendations.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- 6+ years of experience in enterprise wireless network design, deployment, and troubleshooting.

- Certifications (Preferred) : CWNA, CWDP, Ekahau ECSE, Cisco CCNP Wireless, Mist/Meraki Specialist.

Technical Expertise in :

- Wireless Technologies : WiFi 6/6E, RF planning, band steering, DFS channels, MIMO.

- Survey Tools : Ekahau Pro, AirMagnet, Spectrum Analyzers.

- Networking : VLANs, DHCP, DNS, STP, L2/L3 routing, VPN, Firewalls.

- Security : 802.1X, NAC, TACACS/RADIUS, WIPS/WIDS.

- Cloud Wireless : Mist AI, Meraki Dashboard, Cisco DNAC.