Cisco Network Engineering Architects: Expertise in FTD, ISE, DNAC, and Wireless in Allentown, PA (Onsite)

World Wide Technology Holding Co, LLC (WWT) has an opportunity for a Senior Cisco Network Engineering Architect to lead and oversee the design, implementation, and continuous optimization of the client s enterprise network infrastructure. World Wide Technology is looking for a Cisco Network Engineering Architects: Expertise in FTD, ISE, DNAC, and Wireless in Allentown, PA (Onsite). This role is part of WWT s Strategic Resourcing services and is a contract role. The candidate will be supporting a WWT customer and will be employed by one of WWT s preferred partners. The partner will provide full compensation and benefit information prior to employment with the partner.

Job Title: Cisco Network Engineering Architects: Expertise in FTD, ISE, DNAC, and Wireless
Job Location: Allentown, PA
Job Mode: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months (expected)

Senior Cisco Network Engineering Architects to lead and oversee the design, implementation, and ongoing optimization of enterprise network infrastructure. This role will focus on Cisco s advanced networking solutions, with a strong emphasis on Wireless, DNA Center (DNAC), Identity Services Engine (ISE), and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD). The ideal candidate will act as a strategic liaison between our internal teams and managed service providers (MSPs), ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing network environments.

Key Responsibilities
Architect, design, and implement advanced Cisco networking solutions across wireless, security, and identity platforms.
Provide day-to-day oversight and governance of network architecture initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterprise IT and security strategies.
Develop and document high-level and low-level network designs, future-state architectural roadmaps, and network topology standards.
Define, establish, and implement best-in-class network policies, procedures, and configuration baselines.
Develop and maintain runbooks and operational playbooks for repeatable and consistent network operations.
Act as a senior-level liaison between internal stakeholders and external Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to ensure seamless integration and delivery of network services.
Lead network optimization and transformation efforts by leveraging Cisco DNAC, ISE, and Firepower FTD.
Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to other network engineers and support staff.
Stay current with industry trends and Cisco technologies to ensure solutions remain modern, secure, and efficient.

Required Technologies & Expertise
Cisco Wireless design and deployment of enterprise wireless networks.
Cisco DNA Center (DNAC) automation, assurance, and policy-based network management.
Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) access control and identity management.
Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) Next-Gen Firewall and advanced threat protection (highly preferred).

Qualifications
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; relevant certifications or equivalent experience considered.
8+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering and architecture, including hands-on design and implementation of Cisco technologies.
Cisco certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or Cisco Certified Specialist (preferred).
Proven experience developing network architecture documentation, runbooks, and policy guidelines.
Strong understanding of enterprise network security, segmentation, and access control best practices.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications
CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure or Security
Cisco Certified Specialist Enterprise Wireless Design or DNA Specialist
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

Rate/Salary: A reasonable estimate of the current pay range for this position is $60.00 to $80.00 hourly. Actual pay will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs, and will be set by your employer. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in base pay.