3 to 5+ years designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise LAN/WAN networks
Hands-on expertise with Cisco networking solutions: LAN, WAN, switching (L2 & L3), and routing (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
Proficient in IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS
Strong knowledge of routers, Catalyst/Nexus switches, wireless solutions, SD-WAN, and Next Gen Firewalls
CCNA Route/Switch or equivalent, with desired CCNP or CCDP certifications
Responsibilities
Deliver best-practice network designs and implementations for reliable solutions
Perform analysis and fault isolation of existing client network issues
Prepare project proposals and related documentation
Maintain and develop strong client relationships
Serve as a hands-on post-sales engineer for networking projects
Install network equipment including routers and switches
Anticipate IT trends to inform future solutions
Benefits
Participation in ongoing technical certification programs
Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Dynamic team-oriented work environment
Access to cutting-edge technology and resources
Supportive company culture focused on customer success
Full Job Description
What You'll do
Our engineers are the foundation of success for our customers and our business. We are seeking an Enterprise Networking Solutions Engineer to join our team serving our Crossroads market. This role will perform the following responsibilities:
Deliver best-practice network designs and implementations producing reliable, available, and scalable network solutions
Perform analysis, diagnosis, and fault isolation of existing client network issues
Prepare project proposals including Bill of Materials, Engineering Professional Services Estimate, and Statement of Work
Prepare and deliver post implementation documentation to clients
Maintain and develop relationships with clients
Serve as a hands-on post-sales engineer implementing and supporting networking projects
Physically install equipment including routers, switches, and other network infrastructure as needed
Perform upgrades on customer equipment
Anticipate IT industry trends and future directions, understand client business objectives, and incorporate this information into proposed architectural solutions to fit future needs and initiatives
Discover, audit and document client infrastructures
Provide technical thought leadership while interacting closely with clients
Maintain and increase technical certifications based upon certification requirement changes and business market requirements
Who you are
You're a strong team player that is invested in helping your customers succeed and contributing to a great company culture. You have the following knowledge, skills, abilities and/or education:
3 to 5+ years designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise LAN/WAN networks
Strong hands-on knowledge of the following Cisco networking solutions including LAN, WAN, switching (L2 & L3), routing (BGP, OSPF & EIGRP), data center, wireless, firewalling, VPN, QoS, & MPLS
Proficient in IOS, IOS-XE and NX-OS
Strong knowledge of routers, Catalyst/Nexus switches, wireless solutions, SD-WAN, and Next Gen Firewalls
Experience in creating and defining new network architectures and explaining complex issues/situations
Ability to explore new ideas and make innovative contributions to existing network processes or solutions
Excellent documentation, presentation, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills and client-facing skills
CCNA Route/Switch with equivalent experience, CCNP, or CCDP
Maintain technical certifications
Experience troubleshooting network issues
An outstanding candidate would have one or more of the following qualifications in addition to the above:
Knowledge and experience with implementation and support of the following:
Cisco and Meraki wireless networks. Knowledge of other vendor wireless networks, such as Mist, Aruba, or Arista
Demonstrate solid understanding of 802.11 protocols
Wireless survey tools
Thorough understanding of wireless network survey process
Knowledge of predictive and physical survey techniques
Spectrum analysis tools
Ability to design and support a wide range of requirements in a wireless network, including:
basic office, high-density, wireless voice, and high-bandwidth wireless networks
Experience with Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE)
Experience with Cisco DNA
Experience with Meraki cloud networking products
Experience gathering customer requirements, white boarding/presenting solutions, developing a Bill of Materials (BOM) and preparing project Statements of Work (SOWs)
CCIE or equivalent experience and knowledge
CCNP Wireless or CCNP Route/Switch or CWNA or equivalent experience
5+ years of networking experience, including configuring, analyzing & troubleshooting complex networks
Associate degree or higher in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or related field
