Senior Network Engineer (SDA & Enterprise Wireless expertise)

MRINetwork; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solution provider is seeking a Senior Network Engineer with expertise in Cisco SDA and enterprise wireless solutions. This remote role involves hands-on engineering, leading deployments for Fortune 50 clients, and offers opportunities to work with the latest technologies in an innovative environment. With a focus on client success and excellent team culture, this opportunity promises growth in a collaborative setting.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on enterprise network engineering experience.
• 1+ years of SDA design and deployment experience.
• Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead SDA network rollouts including Cisco Catalyst Center provisioning.
• Implement and configure Cisco Identity Services Engine and wireless solutions.
• Deliver enterprise routing, switching, and network security architecture.

Skills

Network engineering

Automation

Customer service focus

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Cisco DNA Center

Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)

RF tools

Network firewalls

Web proxies

Load balancers

Job description

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer (SDA & Enterprise Wireless expertise)
Company: Industry-Leading IT Solution Provider
Location: Remote – USA (Travel up to 25%)
Compensation: Base, bonus, comprehensive benefits

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 a 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 (25%)
• Exposure to next-gen Cisco technologies and cutting-edge tools and Fortune 50 enterprise clients
• 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 Identity 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 DNA Center (Catalyst 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
• Experience with Value Added Resellers (VARs) or IT Solutions Providers preferred
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) strongly preferred
• 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.

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

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

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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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