Sr. Cisco Network Engineer

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical staffing firm is seeking a Sr. Cisco Network Engineer to support ongoing projects in a fast-paced remote environment. This hands-on role requires strong expertise in Cisco networking hardware and significant experience in managing various network technologies. Candidates should be proactive problem solvers with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering.
• Strong expertise in Cisco networking hardware.
• Experience working independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support multiple network infrastructure projects.
• Deploy and manage Cisco Catalyst switches.
• Collaborate with teams on Azure cloud networking.

Skills

Cisco Catalyst switching

Advanced routing protocols

Network security

Communication skills

Education

CCNP Certification

CCIE Certification

Azure Network Engineer (AZ-700)

Azure Administrator (AZ-104)

Tools

Cisco ISE

F5 products (LTM/APM/ASM)

Cloudflare

Job description

Introduction

Elegant solutions to sophisticated problems. That’s what you deliver. Surround yourself with the team, resources, and support you need to design and build world-class IT solutions.

Overview

Connection has a fantastic opportunity through our Technical Staffing division for aSr. 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.

Requirements

• 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.