Title: Sr. Network Architect
Location: This is a hybrid role 3 days a week onsite (Tuesday-Thursday) at the client site at Louisville KY USA
Duration: 6 months CTH
Three skills in Cisco framework DNAC ISE and FTD.
Any Cisco Certification CCNA or CCNP or CCIE is okay
No travel expenses are provided all inclusive rate
Description
We are seeking Senior Cisco Network Engineering Architect to lead and oversee the design implementation and ongoing optimization of enterprise network infrastructure. This role will focus on Ciscos advanced networking solutions with a strong emphasis on Wireless DNA Center (DNAC) Identity Services Engine (ISE) and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD). The ideal candidate will act as a strategic liaison between our internal teams and managed service providers (MSPs) ensuring secure scalable and high-performing network environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect design and implement advanced Cisco networking solutions across wireless security and identity platforms.
- Provide day-to-day oversight and governance of network architecture initiatives ensuring alignment with enterprise IT and security strategies.
- Develop and document high-level and low-level network designs future-state architectural roadmaps and network topology standards.
- Define establish and implement best-in-class network policies procedures and configuration baselines.
- Develop and maintain runbooks and operational playbooks for repeatable and consistent network operations.
- Act as a senior-level liaison between internal stakeholders and external Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to ensure seamless integration and delivery of network services.
- Lead network optimization and transformation efforts by leveraging Cisco DNAC ISE and Firepower FTD.
- Provide technical leadership mentoring and guidance to other network engineers and support staff.
- Stay current with industry trends and Cisco technologies to ensure solutions remain modern secure and efficient.
Required Technologies & Expertise
- Cisco Wireless design and deployment of enterprise wireless networks.
- Cisco DNA Center (DNAC) automation assurance and policy-based network management.
- Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) access control and identity management.
- Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) Next-Gen Firewall and advanced threat protection (highly preferred).
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field; relevant certifications or equivalent experience considered.
- 8 years of experience in enterprise network engineering and architecture including hands-on design and implementation of Cisco technologies.
- Cisco certifications such as CCNP CCIE or Cisco Certified Specialist (preferred).
- Proven experience developing network architecture documentation runbooks and policy guidelines.
- Strong understanding of enterprise network security segmentation and access control best practices.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Certifications ( One or more)
- CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure or Security
- Cisco Certified Specialist Enterprise Wireless Design or DNA Specialist
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)