L3 Network Engineer (Cisco Software-Defined Access – SDA)

Neev; Navi Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Neev in Navi Mumbai seeks an L3 Network Engineer specialized in Cisco SDA to design and implement SDA fabrics, including control and data planes, under modern security policies.

You will provide L3 support for complex incidents, perform RCA, document runbooks, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating with global teams to maintain reliability and performance.

Required skills include DNAC, ISE, BGP/OSPF/EIGRP, VXLAN, LISP, and automation with Python; CCNP/CCIE is preferred.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of Cisco SDA architecture and components (DNAC, ISE, Catalyst).
• Strong routing & switching fundamentals with BGP/OSPF/EIGRP, VXLAN, LISP.
• Automation experience with Python, Ansible, REST APIs.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Cisco SDA fabrics including fabric design and control/data planes.
• Provide L3-level incident support with RCA and permanent resolutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate SDA with existing network and security policies.
• Perform network performance tuning, capacity planning, and SDA fabric optimization.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, and runbooks.
• Mentor junior engineers on SDA deployment and best practices.

Skills

SDA architecture & design

Networking protocols (BGP/OSPF/EIGRP/V

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

CCNP or CCIE certification (Enterprise/Routing & Switching)

Tools

Cisco DNA Center (DNAC)

Cisco ISE

Catalyst switching

Job description

Job Title: L3 Network Engineer (Cisco Software-Defined Access – SDA)

Location – Navi Mumbai ( Belapur/Seawoods)

Availability: 9 hours and 5 days ( Should remotely work on P1 issues post non-working hours)

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Implementation: Deploy Cisco SDA solutions, including fabric design, control plane, and data plane configurations.
• Technical Support: Provide L3-level support for complex network incidents, conducting thorough root cause analysis (RCA) and implementing robust, permanent resolutions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams to integrate SDA solutions seamlessly with existing network infrastructure and corporate security policies.
• Optimization: Perform comprehensive network performance tuning, capacity planning, and optimization of all SDA fabric components.
• Documentation: Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including detailed network diagrams, configuration guides, and operational runbooks.
• Mentorship: Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior team members regarding SDA best practices, deployment strategies, and management.
• Compliance: Ensure all network operations and designs adhere to Cisco security standards and industry best practices.

Required Technical Skills

• Expertise in SDA: Deep technical knowledge of Cisco SDA architecture, including Cisco DNA Center (DNAC), Cisco ISE, and Catalyst switching platforms.
• Core Networking: Strong command of routing & switching protocols, specifically BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VXLAN, and LISP.
• Automation (Good to Have): Demonstrated experience in network automation and programmability using Python, Ansible, and REST APIs.
• Troubleshooting: Proven ability to resolve high-level, complex issues within enterprise-scale network environments.
• Security Integration: Proficiency in Cisco security solutions, particularly Cisco ISE
• Operational Excellence: Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively within global, cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• CCNP or CCIE certification (Enterprise/Routing & Switching) is highly preferred.
• Extensive, demonstrated experience in enterprise network engineering and L3 support.
• Skills: cisco security integration,cisco software-defined access (cisco sda),enterprise network design & deployment,cisco,cisco dna center (dnac) & cisco ise,l3 enterprise network troubleshooting,routing & switching protocols,security,catalyst switching,design