Senior Wireless Network Engineer

PNC

Senior wireless network engineer designing secure, large-scale Aruba and ClearPass networks. Supporting PNC’s regulated banking technology infrastructure across enterprise locations.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timePittsburgh • Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $112,000 - $228,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise-grade Aruba wireless LAN solutions, with a strong focus on RF design, capacity planning, and troubleshooting. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing subject matter expertise in network architecture and security.

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Aruba Wireless PlatformsAruba ClearPass802.11 StandardsWireless Network TroubleshootingAgile Delivery Models

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Hard Skills

Wireless Network DesignRF DesignCapacity PlanningDevice ProfilingAuthentication SystemsInternet Offload ArchitecturesGuest Wi-Fi SolutionsNetwork as CodeScriptingAutomation

Soft Skills

CommunicationMentoringCollaborationProblem-SolvingStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

Aruba CentralTACACSRADIUSWireless Assurance ToolsObservability Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

ACMPACMX

Industry Keywords

Enterprise Wireless NetworksFinancial ServicesRegulated EnvironmentsNetwork OperationsAgile Networking

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, deploy, and support enterprise-grade Aruba wireless LAN solutions across corporate offices, campuses, and remote/branch locations
Lead wireless architecture and design, including RF design, capacity planning, predictive and post-deployment surveys, and coverage optimization
Engineer and maintain Aruba ClearPass for authentication, authorization, posture assessment, BYOD, guest access, and device profiling
Design and support internet offload architectures, guest Wi-Fi, and segmented access models
Collaborate with security teams on NAC, identity-based access control, and policy enforcement
Troubleshoot RF interference, roaming behavior, authentication failures, and performance degradation
Develop wireless standards, design documentation, and enterprise deployment best practices
Partner with automation, platform, and infrastructure teams on network-as-code and NetOps initiatives
Participate in Agile backlog refinement, sprint planning, and iterative design reviews
Serve as a senior technical escalation point and mentor junior engineers
Partner with vendors and integrators on architecture reviews, feature adoption, and wireless roadmap planning
Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to enterprise engineering teams, full-stack engineers, and clients
Design, build, and maintain technology solutions and lead enterprise engineering strategies
Maintain stakeholder relationships, address client requirements, and provide consultation
Resolve complex enterprise engineering problems and issues
Manage risks in accordance with PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework

Requirements

What you’ll need

Expertise in designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise wireless networks
Strong hands-on experience with Aruba wireless platforms, including access points, controllers, and Aruba Central
Proven expertise with Aruba ClearPass, including 802.1X, BYOD workflows, guest access, device profiling, and TACACS/RADIUS
Experience designing and supporting internet offload and guest Wi-Fi architectures in large enterprise environments
Deep understanding of 802.11 standards, RF principles, roaming behavior, and wireless security
Experience operating wireless networks at enterprise scale, including hundreds to thousands of access points and locations
Strong troubleshooting skills spanning wireless, switching, routing, and authentication systems
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience working within Agile or iterative delivery models for enterprise network initiatives
University/college degree typically required; bachelor's degree listed
Typically 8+ years of industry-relevant experience
In lieu of a degree, comparable combination of education, job-specific certifications, and experience may be considered
Aruba certifications such as ACMP, ACMX, or equivalent preferred
Experience in financial services or highly regulated enterprise environments preferred
Familiarity with Network as Code/Infrastructure as Code concepts preferred
Exposure to Agile networking or NetOps operating models preferred
Familiarity with wireless assurance and observability tools preferred
Scripting or automation exposure, such as Python and REST APIs, preferred
Must be able to work in the United States; PNC will not provide employment visa sponsorship or participate in STEM OPT

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/prescription drug coverage with a Health Savings Account feature
Dental and vision options
Employee and spouse/child life insurance
Short- and long-term disability protection
401(k) with PNC match
Pension plan
Stock purchase plan
Dependent care reimbursement account
Back-up child/elder care
Adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
Educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
Robust wellness program with financial incentives
Maternity and/or parental leave
Up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year
15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level
Incentive eligible based upon company, business and/or individual performance