Sr. Network Engineer (Cisco Switches)

Requirement for Sr. Network Engineer (Cisco Switches)

Location: New Orleans, LA; The Woodlands, TX, Houston, TX (3 days a week onsite)

Duration: Long-term

Summary:

Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex network systems.

Responsibilities:

• Architect, design, upgrade, and implement Cisco LAN and WAN.
• Develop network design and architecture documents.
• Install, configure, and maintain infrastructure components such as switches, wireless access points, routers and cabling.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues.
• Troubleshoot complex customer issues and coordinate third party vendor interaction if needed to ensure prompt and professional resolution.
• Perform peer reviews to ensure design consistency and operability once deployed.
• Identify network performance tuning issues and recommend solutions.

Required Skills:

• 10+ years of designing and implementing LAN and WAN
• 8+ years of designing, architecting, and implementing Cisco networks, both LAN and WAN
• Experience configuring multiple network protocols
• Experience with protocols MPLS, BGP, and/or OSPF
• Experience with QoS, WAN Traffic Optimization and Prioritization
• Knowledge of VPN and VRF
• Must have excellent understanding of network architecture and integration
• Experience working with SCADA or substation related is a plus
• Must have excellent oral and written communications skills
• Must be proficient in Visio diagramming and design documentation
• Cisco certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE are a plus

Best Regards,

Krishna Balmoor,