Description

Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-scale network infrastructure with a focus on Cisco ACI, SDA, and identity-driven security.

This role is on-site.

Responsibilities

• Design and administer Cisco Nexus platforms running ACI, managing VRFs, Bridge Domains, EPGs, L3Outs, and fabric policies.
• Integrate ACI with virtualization and container platforms including Red Hat OpenShift VMM and Isovalent/Cilium.
• Deploy and support Cisco Catalyst platforms, designing Software-Defined Access (SDA) architectures for wired and wireless fabrics.
• Configure Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for TACACS+, authentication, authorization, and endpoint profiling.
• Troubleshoot complex L2/L3 issues across VLANs, OSPF, BGP, and multicast, while maintaining comprehensive network documentation.

Required Skills

• 15+ years of experience with Cisco networking technologies.
• Hands-on production experience with Cisco ACI, including deep knowledge of VRF, BD, EPG, ESG, L3Out, and contracts.
• Proficiency with Cisco Catalyst platforms and SDA fabric technologies.
• Experience administering Cisco ISE, including TACACS+ and policy-set based NAC.
• Solid command of core TCP/IP, routing, switching, QoS, and network security fundamentals.
• Ability to develop clear diagrams, documentation, and architectural artifacts.
• Experience with ThousandEyes, Cyber Vision, or DNA Spaces is required.

Preferred Skills

• Cisco certification (CCNA/CCNP/PCNSA).
• Experience with Palo Alto Networks security solutions.
• Programming skills in Python, Ansible, or REST APIs.

Key Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree