Network Engineer

TechDigital Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Network Subject Matter Expert to lead the implementation of SDWAN technologies. This role involves configuring Cisco devices, conducting site surveys, and managing SDWAN deployments across various environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with SDWAN router configurations and a solid understanding of networking protocols. You will collaborate with remote technicians and support teams to ensure seamless network operations. If you're passionate about networking and ready to take on challenging projects in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with SDWAN technologies and Cisco device configuration.
• Strong knowledge of routing protocols and network troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Configure Cisco devices and manage SDWAN deployments.
• Conduct customer site analysis and prepare reports.
• Coordinate with remote technicians for network installations.

Skills

SDWAN Router Configuration

Cisco Switches Configuration

LLD and HLD Creation

QOS/MPLS

BGP

OSPF

L3VPN/L2VPN

SD-WAN Technologies

Network Troubleshooting

Scripting

Education

Cisco Certifications

CCNP/CCIE Level Knowledge

Tools

Cisco vRouter

Viptela

Velocloud

Versa

Job description

Key Requirements:

1. The role of Network SME is to do Site Survey & Analysis and Implementation of new SDWAN sites, Configure new and existing devices, perform Unit and Functional Testing for SD-WAN network of all supported SD-WAN technologies.
2. Hands-on Experience on SDWAN Router Configuration, Cisco Switches and Access Point configuration.
3. Hands-on Experience on LLD, HLD creation, updates.
4. Rich experience of QOS/MPLS, BGP, OSPF, L3VPN/L2VPN, BFD, SD-WAN, NetConf, NMS & OSS/BSS protocols.
5. Should have profound knowledge of OMP, DTLS, IP Sec & other Secure internet Gateway tunnel.
6. Good experience in SDWAN Multicloud environment, Azure Express route, Cloud-on Ramp, DIA, Zone base firewall, IPS, AMP, Umbrella.
7. Experience in SDN/NFV, SDWAN (Viptela is must and Velocloud / Versa is desirable) & Cisco cEdge & vEdge router onboarding to SDWAN controller.
8. Strong knowledge in Cisco SDWAN all controller elements vBond, vSmart & vManage in HA environment.
9. Demonstrated experience with LAN/WAN, routing protocols, VRRP, VRF, QoS, troubleshooting, and scripting.
10. Certifications in Cisco / Juniper / F5.
11. Demonstration of CCNP/CCNP SP (CCIP)/CCIE level (or higher) knowledge (or vendor alternatives) is a must (required or comparable level).
12. Work experience on Cisco vRouter in multi-cloud environment.
13. Wireless & SD-Access knowledge is an advantage.

Responsibilities:

1. Configure Cisco Devices, SDWAN Cisco Edge Routers, Switches and Client.
2. Customer site Analysis. Visit customer location, capture and Prepare survey report on current Devices, location, status, recommendations.
3. Manage SDWAN Template, Control connection, PNP portal, BFD IP sec tunnel, SIG tunnel.
4. Work with remote technicians and install various network elements associated with SDWAN deployments. This can include but is not limited to various white box solutions (Viptela, Velocloud, Versa etc.), vNFs (SDWAN, security, etc.) or other hardware components such as Cisco routers, Riverbed WAN Accelerators, Visual probes, LAN Switches, Wireless Netgates, LTE or Broadband modems, etc.
5. Manage and control a Network build bridge required for devices configuration.
6. Assist in network troubleshooting and provide input for root cause analysis for network build related issues.
7. Meet and maintain a dialog with support teams and Customer to support SDWAN Network projects.
8. Accurate documentation of activation activities, notes, client communication, etc.
9. Coordination of bridge calls, communication to engage resources, customer and vendors to resolve issues.
10. Provide support coordination, escalation and troubleshooting assistance for SDWAN Network infrastructure including Networking.
11. Troubleshoot various circuit types - Ethernet, T1/E1, T3/E3, BB, LTE.
12. Access MPLS backbone routers (Cisco, Juniper) and troubleshoot at various layers.
13. Ensure monitoring of Devices.
14. Will be required to work in different shifts (Day/Night) including holidays and weekends as per project requirement.