Job Description

Job Category: Information Technology
Degree Level: Bachelor's degree
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Technical support specialist is responsible for IT service management handling Incident management, Problem management, Change management for all IT network technologies related to Wireless LAN and CPPM with complete knowledge of technical design, functionality, configuration, performance and quality of connectivity. This is a position in network operations for enabling reliable service operation for IT Wireless network services.
Responsibilities:
Analyzing production network issues and resolve
Work in 24x7 rotating shift to provide operational support
Administering service requests and execute network changes for the escalated incidents or priority incidents
Own incident ticket resolution end-to-end and find a way to resolve or provide technical workarounds
Coordinate with cross technology technical team to resolve the incident
Track issues that are intermediate in nature until its closure working with multiple stakeholder
Ensure to provide technical update during the incident management
Identify the issues root cause and document the root cause analyses with corrective, preventive actions.
Identify design related gaps that caused the incident and propose for preventive action
Work through problem management process to support technical implementation
Comply to change management process for change implementation whenever required
Engage OEM, service provider to troubleshoot the issue and escalate to get it resolved
Additional duties as required and possible remote implementation assistance on special projects.
Escalate very complex network issue to L4 engineer for support if needed.
Support in creating presentation and generates reports on analysis.
Work with network tools administration to build new monitoring solution if required.
Design, deploy, wireless networks that includes Access points, Controllers/Gateways etc.
Design, deploy, end user's and network device authentication solutions using CPPM.
Perform advanced troubleshooting and resolve complex WLAN related issues.
Develop and enforce security policies and procedures to protect network resources.
Conduct regular security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for WLAN configurations relevant to different SSID's including related policies and troubleshooting procedures.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for CPPM configurations relevant to BYOD/ GUEST/ IOT/ TACACs related policies and troubleshooting procedures.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
Qualifications:
Bachelors' degree or engineering degree in Telecommunications/Information Technology/Computer Science or equivalent
Minimum of 12+ years' experience in Network services, deep knowledge of and management in complex environment.
Experience in WLAN designs/configurations/solutions, managing, supporting and deploying Aruba Access Points, Gateways/Controllers, Central.
Experience in NAC designs/configurations/solutions, managing, supporting and deploying CPPM/Cisco ISE.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Strong ability to diagnose network alerts, events or issues
Basic understanding on network technologies TCP/IP, VRRP, DNS, ARP, STP, Trunk, & Port Channel, VRF, IPsec and TLS;
Proficient in authentications Protocols such as Radius, TACACs, LDAP etc.
Experience in configuration and support of WLAN devices like Access point, Controllers/Gateways including centralized configuration/diagnosis tool like Aruba Central or Equivalent.
Hands-on experience in handling Aruba WLAN related products including Access Points, Gateway, Aruba Central and Clearpass Policy Manager or equivalent
Relevant certifications (e.g., ACCP, ACMA, ACCX) are highly desirable.
Familiarity with network security principles and practices.
Knowledge of scripting and automation tools for network management
Expertise level in handling complex routing design, routing issue with multi-vendor environment
Good knowledge on Enterprise WLAN is must.
Requirement gathering experience
Understanding of ITIL processes
About Us:
Come create the technology that helps the world act together
Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.
We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work
What we offer
Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.
Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer
Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia's employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.
Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.
Additional Information
US/Canada Nokia Offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to:

• Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
• Health and dental benefits
• Short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay
• Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Plan
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

The above benefits exclude students.
Disclaimer for US/Canada
Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity.(Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role)
All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.
About the Team: Strategy and Technology lays the path for Nokia's future technology innovation and identifies the most promising areas for Nokia to create new value. We set the company's strategy and technology vision, offer an unparalleled research foundation for innovation, and provide critical support infrastructure for Nokia.

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