Senior Network Engineer

• Design, develop, and manage Cisco DNA Center templates to support network automation and standardized deployments
• Design and implement network segmentation strategies to improve security and performance
• Lead network hardware modernization initiatives to ensure infrastructure alignment with current technologies
• Plan and execute routing and switching refresh initiatives
• Deploy and support Software Defined Wide Area Network solutions using Cisco and VeloCloud technologies
• Configure, manage, and maintain Palo Alto firewalls to protect network infrastructure
• Administer Infoblox solutions for DNS, DHCP, and IP address management
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and provide root cause analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Relevant industry certifications such as CCNP or CCNA or equivalent experience
• Strong expertise with Cisco networking technologies including routing, switching, SD WAN, and network security
• Hands-on experience with Cisco DNA Center for automation and template management
• Proficiency configuring and supporting Palo Alto firewalls
• Experience using Infoblox for DNS, DHCP, and IP address management
• Proven experience designing and implementing network segmentation strategies
• Demonstrated success modernizing network hardware and infrastructure
• Experience planning and executing routes and switch refresh projects
• In-depth knowledge of SD WAN solutions including Cisco and VeloCloud
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Supporting geographically dispersed areas working with telecom and local operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with network automation tools and scripting languages such as Python
• Knowledge of network security best practices and implementation methodologies
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools

Tools and Technologies:

• Cisco DNA Center
• Cisco routing and switching platforms
• Cisco SD WAN
• VeloCloud SD WAN
• Palo Alto firewalls
• Infoblox DNS, DHCP, and IP address management