Description

You will serve as the final escalation point for network incidents, troubleshooting complex SD-WAN, firewall, wireless, routing, and switching issues. You will perform root cause analysis, implement permanent corrective actions, and lead technical bridge calls during major incidents.

This role is on-site.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot complex overlay/underlay SD-WAN, firewall, and wireless connectivity issues.
• Execute network changes, migrations, upgrades, and maintenance activities while ensuring security compliance.
• Analyze network performance, implement optimization recommendations, and review network designs.
• Maintain technical documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures; coordinate with OEMs and vendors.
• Mentor L1/L2 engineers and support disaster recovery initiatives.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of experience in L3 network engineering with a Bachelor's degree.
• Deep expertise in routing and switching: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, HSRP, VRRP, STP, EtherChannel, and multicast.
• Proficiency with SD-WAN technologies (Cisco Viptela, Fortinet, Versa) including policy design and application-aware routing.
• Strong firewall administration skills (Fortinet FortiGate preferred; Palo Alto, Check Point, Cisco Firepower).
• Hands-on experience with Cisco Catalyst/Nexus platforms and wireless solutions (Meraki, Aruba, Cisco WLC).
• Network monitoring and analysis tools: SolarWinds, PRTG, NetBrain, DNAC, and Wireshark packet capture.
• Exposure to network automation using Python, Ansible, and APIs.

Preferred Skills

• CCNP Enterprise or CCIE Enterprise certification.
• Fortinet NSE 4/5/7 or FCSS, Palo Alto PCNSE, or Cisco SD-WAN Specialist certifications.

Key Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree