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Arganteal, Corp.

Arista Wireless SME

Washington, DC · On-site

Arista Wireless SME Location: Remote Work From Home Role: 90 Day Contract to Hire (Potential to convert from Contract to Full Time Employee with benefits) Position Overview The Arista Wireless SME is ...

Arganteal

Arista Wireless SME

Washington, DC · On-site

Arista Wireless SME Location: Remote Work From Home Role: 90 Day Contract to Hire (Potential to convert from Contract to Full Time Employee with benefits) Position Overview The Arista Wireless SME is ...

ActioNet

Wireless Engineer SR

Vienna, VA

The Senior Wireless Engineer designs, installs, optimizes, and maintains mobile broadband, cellular, and WLAN systems across enterprise Base Area Networks (BAN). This role supports both legacy and ...

ActioNet, Inc.

Wireless Engineer SR

Vienna, VA · On-site

The Senior Wireless Engineer designs, installs, optimizes, and maintains mobile broadband, cellular, and WLAN systems across enterprise Base Area Networks (BAN). This role supports both legacy and ...

ActioNet, Inc.

Wireless Engineer SR

Vienna, VA · On-site

The Senior Wireless Engineer designs, installs, optimizes, and maintains mobile broadband, cellular, and WLAN systems across enterprise Base Area Networks (BAN). This role supports both legacy and ...

ActioNet, Inc.

Wireless Engineer SR

Vienna, VA

The Senior Wireless Engineer designs, installs, optimizes, and maintains mobile broadband, cellular, and WLAN systems across enterprise Base Area Networks (BAN). This role supports both legacy and ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for wireless in Silver Spring, MD is $91,984.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,400.00 and $98,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are wireless jobs?

Wireless jobs refer to positions that involve working with wireless communication technologies, such as cellular networks, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and other radio frequency systems. These roles can include network engineers, technicians, sales specialists, and support staff who design, install, maintain, or sell wireless products and services. Wireless professionals are employed by telecommunications companies, equipment manufacturers, and IT firms, among others. The field is dynamic and constantly evolving, offering opportunities in both technical and non-technical areas.

What is the difference between Wireless vs Network Technician?

AspectWirelessNetwork Technician
CertificationsCompTIA Wireless, Cisco CCNA WirelessCompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA
Work EnvironmentInstalling, configuring, troubleshooting wireless networksManaging wired and wireless network infrastructure
Industry UsageTelecommunications, IT services, retailCorporate, data centers, ISPs

Wireless technicians focus specifically on wireless network systems, including Wi-Fi setup and troubleshooting. Network technicians handle both wired and wireless networks, covering a broader range of network infrastructure. While wireless technicians specialize in wireless technologies, network technicians have a more comprehensive role in maintaining overall network health.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in wireless network roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in wireless network roles often encounter challenges such as signal interference, security vulnerabilities, and rapid technology changes. Addressing these requires staying updated with the latest industry standards, conducting regular site surveys to optimize coverage, and implementing strong encryption protocols to safeguard data. Collaboration with IT security teams and ongoing training are essential to ensure reliable and secure wireless connectivity in dynamic environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Wireless Network Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wireless Network Engineer, you need a solid understanding of wireless networking protocols, RF principles, and network security, typically supported by a degree in computer science or engineering. Familiarity with tools like Wireshark, Cisco or Aruba wireless systems, and certifications such as CWNA or Cisco CCNA Wireless are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and effective communication set top performers apart in this field. These skills are essential for designing, deploying, and maintaining reliable wireless networks that support business operations and user connectivity.
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Arista Wireless SME

Arista Wireless SME

Arganteal, Corp.

Washington, DC • On-site

Contractor

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Job Title:  Arista Wireless SMELocation:  Remote Work From Home 
Role:  90 Day Contract to Hire (Potential to convert from Contract to Full Time Employee with benefits) 
Position Overview

The Arista Wireless SME is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role within a professional IT services organization, serving as the technical authority for enterprise wireless architecture. This position demands expertise in Arista’s next-generation wireless platforms, with demonstrable experience designing, deploying, and supporting Arista Cognitive Wi-Fi and CloudVision Cognitive Unified Edge (CV-CUE) solutions. 

The role blends solution design, field deployment leadership, pre-sales technical scoping, and escalation support, operating as both an architect and hands-on technical mentor to delivery teams.
 


Core ResponsibilitiesWireless Architecture & Design

  • Serve as the primary wireless domain expert, with deep, hands-on experience in Arista Wireless architecture, hardware, and cloud-managed technologies

  • Design enterprise-grade wireless solutions leveraging Arista’s cognitive networking capabilities, including:

    • CloudVision Cognitive Unified Edge (CV-CUE) centralized management, orchestration, and AI/ML-driven automation planes

    • Cognitive Wi-Fi platforms that provide data-driven telemetry, real-time analytics, and automatic optimization of wireless connections as network conditions evolve

    • Multi-radio, multifunction AP deployments with support for cutting-edge standards such as Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7, zero-touch onboarding, and high-density coverage models 

  • Develop high-level and low-level wireless designs (HLDs/LLDs) incorporating:

    • RF design, capacity planning, AP placement, and cognitive tuning mechanisms

    • Zero Trust and WIPS security configurations integrated with cloud orchestration

    • Flexible data path options and scalable control-plane architectures inherent to CloudVision’s cognitive approach 
       


Deployment Leadership & Technical Execution

  • Lead and direct wireless deployment efforts in customer environments and ensure alignment to Arista cognitive design principles

  • Mentor and guide junior engineers through:

    • Zero-touch provisioning and onboarding of Arista AP platforms via CV-CUE

    • Implementation of AI/ML-enabled analytics and automated remediation features

    • Integration of AP connectivity with hosted identity management and external NAC solutions

  • Validate configurations and deployments to ensure stable, optimized performance across cognitive AP platforms and centralized CloudVision management \
     


Pre-Sales Scoping & Technical Support

  • Participate in pre-sales scoping calls with sales and delivery leadership

  • Provide detailed input on:

    • The effort required to transition customers from legacy Wi-Fi environments to Arista, Cisco, Aruba and other OEM's or managed architectures

    • Level of Effort (LOE) estimation for discovery, design, deployment, optimization, and cutover phases

  • Validate technical assumptions for proposals and SOWs based on real experience with Arista cloud-native wireless technologies
     


Escalation & Customer Assurance

  • Serve as the escalation point for delivery issues related to:

    • Wi-Fi behavior under load and real-world spectrum conditions

    • Automation orchestration failures or troubleshooting of AI/ML-driven recommendations

    • Cross-domain issues spanning wired/wireless convergence and identity enforcement

  • Engage directly in customer escalation calls to remediate issues, restore confidence, and guide recovery
     


Required Technical Expertise (Priority Order)

  • Arista Wireless – REQUIRED / NON-NEGOTIABLE

    • Hands-on design, deployment, and operational experience with:

      • Arista Cognitive Wi-Fi access point platforms (Wi-Fi 6/6E/7)

      • CloudVision Cognitive Unified Edge (CV-CUE) centralized management and cognitive analytics

      • AI/ML-driven automation, telemetry, and troubleshooting inherent to Arista cognitive networking 

  • HPE Aruba Wireless

    • Enterprise Aruba wireless design and deployment experience

  • Juniper Wireless

    • Familiarity with Juniper Mist and related wireless platforms

  • Cisco Wireless

    • Experience with Cisco enterprise wireless architectures

  • Nile Wireless

    • Exposure to or hands-on experience with Nile wireless solutions
       


Required Qualifications

  • Track record of enterprise wireless design and deployment, with at least the majority of experience on Arista cognitive wireless solutions

  • Demonstrable ability to lead design and delivery teams and mentor engineers in real time

  • Communication skills to interact confidently with technical and executive stakeholders

  • Ability to balance design, deployment, and escalation responsibilities simultaneously
     


Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience in IT professional services or consulting

  • Multi-vendor wireless migration expertise

  • Wireless certifications, particularly with Arista technologies

  • Experience developing technical scoping documentation, proposals, and LOE estimates
     


Role Characteristics

  • Combination of technical leadership, hands-on execution, pre-sales engagement, and post-deployment escalation support

  • Acts as the architectural authority for Arista wireless engagements

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