Senior CCIE Network Engineer

Veriipro; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Veriipro in Dallas seeks a Senior CCIE Network Engineer to design, implement, and manage large-scale Cisco enterprise networks, with hands-on expertise in SDA, Catalyst Center, ISE, Nexus data center technologies, and security.

This onsite role requires strong problem-solving and communication skills and offers potential hybrid work in the future. Experience with Azure ExpressRoute and WAN connectivity is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active CCIE certification required.
• Extensive experience supporting large-scale Cisco enterprise networks.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco SDA and Catalyst Center.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, configure, and support large-scale Cisco enterprise networks.
• Manage and troubleshoot SDA environments, including fabric provisioning, segmentation, policy management, and endpoint connectivity.
• Administrate Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center) for device provisioning, network assurance, automation, SDA management, and troubleshooting.
• Configure and support Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), including 802.1X, TACACS+, MAB, profiling, guest access, and policy-based access control.
• Manage advanced enterprise routing and switching using BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, HSRP, STP, and Multicast.
• Troubleshoot Layer 2/3 issues across large Catalyst environments.
• Support Cisco Nexus data center technologies, including VXLAN/EVPN, NDFC, and data center routing/switching.
• Manage enterprise wireless environments using Cisco Catalyst 9800 Wireless Controllers and 9130/916x APs.
• Troubleshoot wireless performance, RF optimization, and high-density wireless environments.
• Support Cisco Secure Firewall, access control policies, segmentation, and security incidents.
• Support hybrid cloud connectivity, including Azure ExpressRoute and WAN.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

CCIE certification

Advanced network troubleshooting

Strong communication

Tools

Cisco SDA

DNA Center/Catalyst Center

Cisco ISE

Nexus data center

802.1X/TACACS+/MAB

Cisco Catalyst 9800 Wireless Controllers

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior CCIE Network Engineer to design, implement, manage, and troubleshoot large-scale Cisco enterprise network environments. The ideal candidate must hold a CCIE certification and have strong hands-on experience with Cisco SDA, Catalyst Center, Cisco ISE, Nexus data center technologies, enterprise wireless, firewalls, and advanced routing and switching.

This is an onsite position, with the potential for a hybrid work arrangement in the future. Strong communication, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills are essential.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design, implement, configure, and support large-scale Cisco enterprise networks.


• Manage and troubleshoot Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA) environments, including fabric provisioning, segmentation, policy management, and endpoint connectivity.


• Administer Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center) for device provisioning, network assurance, automation, SDA management, and troubleshooting.


• Configure and support Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), including 802.1X, TACACS+, MAB, profiling, guest access, and policy-based access control.


• Manage advanced enterprise routing and switching environments using BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, HSRP, STP, and Multicast.


• Troubleshoot complex Layer 2 and Layer 3 network issues across large Cisco Catalyst environments.


• Support Cisco Nexus data center technologies, including VXLAN/EVPN, NDFC, and data center routing and switching.


• Manage enterprise wireless environments using Cisco Catalyst 9800 Wireless Controllers and Cisco 9130/916x Access Points.


• Troubleshoot wireless performance, RF optimization, client roaming, and high-density wireless environments.


• Support Cisco Secure Firewall, access control policies, network segmentation, and security incidents.


• Support hybrid cloud connectivity, including Azure ExpressRoute and WAN connectivity.


• Collaborate with network, security, infrastructure, and application teams to resolve complex technical issues.


• Provide technical guidance and maintain strong communication with technical and business stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Active CCIE certification is required.


• Extensive experience supporting large-scale Cisco enterprise network environments.


• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco SDA and Catalyst Center.


• Experience with Cisco ISE and enterprise network access control.


• Strong enterprise routing and switching experience.


• Experience with Cisco Nexus, VXLAN/EVPN, and NDFC.


• Experience with Cisco Catalyst 9800 Wireless Controllers and enterprise wireless technologies.


• Firewall and network security experience.


• Experience with Azure ExpressRoute and hybrid networking.


• Excellent network troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work onsite and commute to the work location.