Senior Cisco Engineer
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Cisco Network Engineer for a hybrid opportunity in Texarkana, Texas to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and optimizing the network infrastructure for the organization. This role requires a deep understanding of networking concepts, advanced troubleshooting skills, and experience with Cisco technologies.
The candidate must hold a CCIE, CCNP, or CCNA certification and demonstrate the ability to handle complex network environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Network Design & Implementation:
Plan, configure, and deploy complex Cisco-based network systems for enterprise environments.
Design and implement routing, switching, security, and wireless solutions in large-scale networks.
Troubleshoot and resolve network issues across multiple layers, ensuring high availability and reliability.
Network Management & Optimization:
Monitor network performance, identify areas for improvement, and optimize infrastructure for better efficiency and security.
Implement and enforce network policies, and monitor traffic to ensure smooth operations.
Conduct regular network health checks and audits, ensuring compliance with industry best practices.
Troubleshooting & Support:
Provide advanced network troubleshooting support for escalated network issues.
Collaborate with other IT teams to resolve network-related problems in a timely manner.
Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, designs, and troubleshooting processes.
Collaboration & Mentorship:
Work closely with other engineering teams to integrate and deploy new technologies.
Mentor and train junior network engineers, sharing best practices and knowledge.
Act as a technical lead on complex network projects and provide guidance to team members.
Security Management:
Implement and manage Cisco security devices (firewalls, VPNs, etc.) to safeguard the network.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and take corrective actions to maintain a secure network environment.
Project Management:
Lead network projects, ensuring that they are completed on time and within scope.
Coordinate with external vendors and service providers when required for equipment procurement or specialized services.
Required Qualifications:
Education & Certification:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert), CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional), or CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification required.
Advanced knowledge of Cisco devices (routers, switches, firewalls, etc.) and related technologies.
Experience:
At least 5-7 years of experience working with Cisco networking equipment in enterprise environments.
Strong understanding of advanced networking protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, and VPNs.
Proven experience with Cisco routing and switching, wireless technologies, and network security configurations.
Experience in troubleshooting complex network issues and performing root cause analysis.
Skills:
Strong knowledge of network protocols and architectures (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, etc.).
Hands-on experience with Cisco IOS, NX-OS, or other Cisco network operating systems.
Experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, etc.).
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of cloud networking and SD-WAN technologies.
Experience with Cisco Meraki, ASA firewalls, and Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine).
Familiarity with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python scripting).
Experience with high-availability configurations (HSRP, VRRP, GLBP).
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The candidate must hold a CCIE, CCNP, or CCNA certification and demonstrate the ability to handle complex network environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Network Design & Implementation:
Plan, configure, and deploy complex Cisco-based network systems for enterprise environments.
Design and implement routing, switching, security, and wireless solutions in large-scale networks.
Troubleshoot and resolve network issues across multiple layers, ensuring high availability and reliability.
Network Management & Optimization:
Monitor network performance, identify areas for improvement, and optimize infrastructure for better efficiency and security.
Implement and enforce network policies, and monitor traffic to ensure smooth operations.
Conduct regular network health checks and audits, ensuring compliance with industry best practices.
Troubleshooting & Support:
Provide advanced network troubleshooting support for escalated network issues.
Collaborate with other IT teams to resolve network-related problems in a timely manner.
Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, designs, and troubleshooting processes.
Collaboration & Mentorship:
Work closely with other engineering teams to integrate and deploy new technologies.
Mentor and train junior network engineers, sharing best practices and knowledge.
Act as a technical lead on complex network projects and provide guidance to team members.
Security Management:
Implement and manage Cisco security devices (firewalls, VPNs, etc.) to safeguard the network.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and take corrective actions to maintain a secure network environment.
Project Management:
Lead network projects, ensuring that they are completed on time and within scope.
Coordinate with external vendors and service providers when required for equipment procurement or specialized services.
Required Qualifications:
Education & Certification:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert), CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional), or CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification required.
Advanced knowledge of Cisco devices (routers, switches, firewalls, etc.) and related technologies.
Experience:
At least 5-7 years of experience working with Cisco networking equipment in enterprise environments.
Strong understanding of advanced networking protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, and VPNs.
Proven experience with Cisco routing and switching, wireless technologies, and network security configurations.
Experience in troubleshooting complex network issues and performing root cause analysis.
Skills:
Strong knowledge of network protocols and architectures (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, etc.).
Hands-on experience with Cisco IOS, NX-OS, or other Cisco network operating systems.
Experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, etc.).
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of cloud networking and SD-WAN technologies.
Experience with Cisco Meraki, ASA firewalls, and Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine).
Familiarity with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python scripting).
Experience with high-availability configurations (HSRP, VRRP, GLBP).
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