Senior Network Engineer (Cisco SDA expertise)

ZipRecruiter; Independence (KS); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions company is seeking a Senior Network Engineer specializing in Cisco SDA and Enterprise Wireless. This fully remote position involves engaging with Fortune 50 clients, leading sophisticated network solutions, and supporting modern networking technologies. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in network engineering and a strong background in Cisco technologies. Competitive compensation and benefits, including excellent team culture and opportunities for growth, are offered.

Benefits

Generous PTO & 10 paid holidays

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) with employer contributions

Health club reimbursement

Paid volunteer time

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on enterprise network engineering experience.
• 1+ years of SDA design and deployment experience.
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center) for automation and provisioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead SDA network rollouts including Cisco Catalyst Center provisioning.
• Implement and configure Cisco Services Engine (ISE).
• Deliver enterprise routing, switching, and network security architecture.

Skills

Hands-on enterprise network engineering experience

SDA design and deployment experience

Proficiency in Cisco ISE

Strong troubleshooting skills

Knowledge of routing/switching protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center)

Python

Ansible

Terraform automation scripting

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer (SDA & Enterprise Wireless expertise)

Company: Industry-Leading IT Solution Provider

Location: Remote – USA (travel up to 30%; mostly Eastern region)

Compensation: Lucrative base, bonus, plus great/comprehensive benefits

Note: This position has been placed on HOLD until Q4

About the Company

This industry-leading IT solutions provider delivers advanced cloud, data center, network infrastructure, and security services backed by a highly robust fiber network. Their mission is to drive IT performance for enterprise customers through innovative solutions and a deep commitment to client success.

Role Overview

This is a customer-facing, hands-on engineering role focused on designing and deploying Cisco SDA and DNA Center solutions. You’ll work with Fortune 50 clients on multi-site enterprise infrastructure projects, leading deployments, automating configurations, and providing ongoing technical support. Ideal for someone passionate about modern network automation, wireless technologies, and end-to-end enterprise IT architecture. It’s a great opportunity to leverage your current skills, continuing to focus on the latest technologies, and advancing your career.

What Makes This Role Attractive

• 100% remote flexibility with light travel (30% domestic)
• Exposure to next-gen Cisco technologies and cutting-edge tools and Fortune 50 enterprise clients
• Base plus bonus, plus extra bonus potential for after-hours work
• Excellent team-oriented company culture that is focused on team development and client satisfaction
• Excellent benefits including:
• Generous PTO & 10 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• 100% employer-paid life insurance
• Health club reimbursement and wellness program
• Paid volunteer time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead SDA network rollouts including Cisco Catalyst Center provisioning, assurance, and automation
• Implement and configure Cisco Services Engine (ISE) and enterprise wireless solutions
• Deliver enterprise routing, switching, and network security architecture
• Conduct wireless site surveys and collaborate with deployment teams
• Consult with enterprise clients on IT strategy, design, and infrastructure optimization
• Create solution documentation and present to technical and executive audiences
• Provide advanced support, troubleshooting, and team mentoring

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on enterprise network engineering experience
• 1+ years of SDA design and deployment experience
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center) for automation and provisioning
• Proficiency in Cisco ISE and wireless (WiFi 5/6, RF tools; wireless site surveys)
• Strong troubleshooting skills and customer service focus
• Knowledge of routing/switching protocols (OSPF, BGP, VXLAN, etc.)
• Encryption/VPN technologies (IPSec, MACsec)
• Experience with network firewalls, web proxies, load balancers
• Comfortable traveling up to 25% for project deployments (domestic)
• Experience with Value Added Resellers (VARs) or IT Solutions Providers
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) strongly
• Bonus skills: Python, Ansible, Terraform automation scripting

Important Notes

Candidates must have a stable employment history and be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply

If this sounds like you... or you would like more information…

Contact:
Karel Lukas
The Trevi Group
karel (at) thetrevigroup (dot) com

If this position is not the right match for you... then who comes to mind that should hear about it. Any recommendations you provide will be tagged confidentially with your name so that if we place that person within one year, we will send you a $1,000 Amex Gift Card to thank you for your help. Just know that when we contact people that you recommend to us, we contact them confidentially and never mention your name. Your referrals are handled in a completely confidential manner.

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About THE TREVI GROUP:
The Trevi Group is part of the MRI Network, a leading global search firm with over 200 offices worldwide, and is recognized by FORBES as one of the Best US Executive Search Firms. Since 2008, we’ve been helping companies hire IT leadership, engineers, and architects in the IT industry.

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