Sr. Cisco Network Engineer

Connection; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in technical staffing offers a remote opportunity for a Sr. Cisco Network Engineer to manage complex network infrastructure projects in an enterprise environment. The ideal candidate should possess strong Cisco experience, proactive problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. Responsibilities include deploying Cisco hardware, optimizing network security, and integrating Azure cloud networking. Ideal for seasoned engineers seeking a challenging role with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years in enterprise network engineering.
• Strong expertise in Cisco technologies.
• Experience in high-availability and multi-site environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and troubleshoot network infrastructure projects.
• Deploy and configure Cisco Catalyst switches and wireless solutions.
• Document projects and act as a subject matter expert.

Skills

Cisco Catalyst switching

Network Security

Advanced routing protocols

Azure networking

VPN technologies

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

CCNP

CCIE

Azure Network Engineer (AZ-700)

Azure Administrator (AZ-104)

Tools

Cisco ISE

Cisco Meraki

F5 products (LTM/APM/ASM)

Cloudflare

Job description

Overview

Connection has a fantastic opportunity through our Technical Staffing division for a Sr. Cisco Network Engineer to support ongoing infrastructure projects for a fast-paced, enterprise environment. This is a hands-on role requiring a self-starter with a high level of professionalism and maturity. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience with Cisco networking hardware and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This is a Remote position.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support multiple network infrastructure projects across core and edge environments.
• Deploy and manage Cisco Catalyst and Catalyst 9200 (edge) switches.
• Assist in the rollout of Cisco Meraki APs and other wireless solutions.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and configuration across routing, switching, firewalls, and VPN technologies.
• Upgrade or replace end-of-life (EOL) infrastructure including switches, routers, and firewalls (e.g., ASA to Firepower).
• Design, implement, and secure site-to-site and remote VPNs (e.g., IKEv2, VTI, DMVPN).
• Collaborate with teams to integrate Azure cloud networking (VNETs, NSGs, VPN gateways, peering).
• Manage and optimize network security posture with tools like Cisco ISE, Firepower, Panorama, and Cloudflare.
• Monitor and manage the performance of F5 LTM/APM/ASM and other ADCs.
• Provide detailed documentation and act as a subject matter expert on project reviews and escalations.

Min

USD $70.00/Hr.

Max

USD $90.00/Hr.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering.
• Strong expertise in Cisco Catalyst switching, Cisco ASA/Firepower, and Cisco ISE.
• Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, Azure Network Engineer (AZ-700), Azure Administrator (AZ-104)
• Proven experience with Meraki deployments, Azure networking, and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Proficient in BGP, EIGRP, VxLAN, and advanced routing protocols.
• Familiarity with F5 products (LTM/APM/ASM), Cloudflare DNS and security services.
• Experience managing networks in high-availability, multi-site, and data center environments.
• Solid knowledge of layer 2/3 networking, segmentation, VLANs, and wireless security.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote setting.