About you

Must have at least 6 years of experience designing, deploying, and implementing WAN networks in accordance with industry best practices
Extensive large scale WAN experience required.
Experienced with logical design models (L2/L3, VPC, VDC, Datacenter Zones, Spanning tree, VFR, VTP, VLANs, physical cabling).
Working technical knowledge of network control protocols (QOS, PfR, PoE, NTP, DHCP), network management protocols (CDP, FTP, TFTP, SNMP) and security protocols (SSH, HTTPS, AAA, IPSec, TustSec).
Strong knowledge IP communication and routing is required (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP). Experience with inter-company routing is preferred.
Understand WAN/LAN and transport technologies (Ethernet, Frame Relay, DMVPN, IPSec and MPLS).
SD-WAN (Viptela, Fortinet, Palo Alto) design, implementation and migration experience preferred
Configuration management of networking devices using automation tools (Cisco DNA-Center, APIC-EM, Cisco Prime, ISE) and API scripting with Python
Colocation facility integration, specifically around Equinix services (Cloud Exchange, Performance hub, etc.)
Cloud networking, including AWS and Azure (Direct Connect, express route, etc.)
Very good understanding of security concepts & solutions
Very good understanding of wireless solutions (Cisco , Fortinet)
Certifications in CCNP, CCIE R&S. NSE (Fortinet)
Cisco partner post sales consulting experience strongly preferred.
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills with the ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
Able to conduct research into networking issues and products as required.
Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Strong customer service orientation with proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Related degree in computer science or electrical engineering and/or seven to ten years equivalent network engineering experience.