Level 3 SDA Engineer 10857368

ITProposal; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ITProposal is seeking an experienced Level 3 SDA Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and escalation support of Cisco SDA and IBN infrastructures across enterprise networks in Eindhoven. You will shape architectures, mentor juniors, and collaborate with security and automation teams using DNA Center APIs.

The role requires 8+ years in enterprise networking, CCNP Enterprise, and hands-on SDA/DNA Center experience. This is a full-time, 4-month contract starting 15 September 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years in enterprise networking, with 3–5 years focused on Cisco SDA and DNA Center.
• Core technologies include Underlay (OSPF/IS‑IS/BGP), Overlay (VXLAN/LISP/EVPN), Catalyst 9000, Catalyst 9800 wireless controllers.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and operate Cisco SDA architectures for wired and wireless networks across multi-site fabric domains.
• Lead greenfield and brownfield migrations from traditional networks to SDA Fabric.
• Configure and integrate Cisco ISE for dynamic policy enforcement (802.1x, TrustSec, SGTs).
• Resolve complex incidents (LISP, VXLAN, multicast, mobility) and deliver RCAs for outages.
• Automate provisioning and upgrades using Cisco DNA Center APIs and programmability.
• Produce HLDs/LLDs and mentor L1/L2 engineers.

Skills

SDA Architecture

Network Troubleshooting

Python Scripting

REST APIs

Policy & Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Cisco Catalyst 9000

Cisco Catalyst 9800

DNA Center

ISE

Job description

Level 3 SDA Engineer (Cisco SDA & IBN Specialist)

Requirement ID: 10857368Location: Eindhoven, NetherlandsStart Date: 15 Sep 2026Duration: 4 MonthsStatus: OpenExperience Level: 8–10 Years

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Level 3 SDA Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and escalation support of complex Software‑Defined Access (SDA) and Intent‑Based Networking (IBN) infrastructures. This role requires deep expertise across enterprise routing/switching, wireless networking, network security, and Cisco DNA Center automation. You will act as a senior SME, guiding architecture, operations, and mentoring junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• SDA & Fabric Management:Design, deploy, and operate Cisco SDA architectures for wired and wireless networks, including multi‑site fabric domains, control plane nodes, border nodes, and edge nodes.
• Fabric Operations & Migration:Lead greenfield and brownfield implementations, including migration from traditional OTT networks to SDA Fabric.
• Policy & Security Integration:Configure and integrate Cisco ISE for dynamic policy enforcement, 802.1x, TrustSec, SGTs, and endpoint profiling.
• L3 Escalation & Troubleshooting:Resolve complex incidents involving LISP registration, VXLAN encapsulation, multicast, and endpoint mobility. Deliver detailed RCA for critical outages.
• Automation & Orchestration:Use Cisco DNA Center (Catalyst Center) APIs and programmability to automate provisioning, SWIM upgrades, and operational workflows.
• Mentorship & Documentation:Produce HLDs, LLDs, migration playbooks, and provide technical guidance to L1/L2 engineers.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 8+ years in enterprise networking, with 3–5 years focused on Cisco SDA and DNA Center.
• Core Technologies:
  • Underlay: OSPF, IS‑IS, BGP
  • Overlay: VXLAN, LISP, EVPN
  • Cisco Catalyst 9000 series switches
  • Cisco Catalyst 9800 wireless controllers
• Security & AAA: Strong expertise in Cisco ISE (Policy Sets, TACACS+/RADIUS, SGTs).
• Network Programmability: Python, REST APIs for automation and orchestration.
• Certifications: Active CCNP Enterprise (minimum).

Competencies

• Cisco DNA Center
• Microsoft Fabric
• Enterprise Routing & Switching
• Wireless Networking
• Network Security & Segmentation

Work Location

Eindhoven, Netherlands (TNDL – Eindhoven)

Contract Details

• Start Date: 15 September 2026
• Duration: 4 months
• Engagement: Full-time contract
• Status: Open & Urgent