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Experis is partnered with a market-facing professional services firm in their search for a **Senior Network Engineer** to join their team in Fairfax, VA.

*This role requires working onsite 3 days a week in Fairfax, VA*

Responsibilities:

+ Installation and troubleshooting of network hardware including Cisco Nexus switches, firewalls, IDS/IPS systems and **Meraki** SD-WAN.

+ Administration of Cisco data center network utilizing Nexus switching platforms in an ACI environment.

+ Coordination of special projects related to LAN/WAN and IPT hardware/software improvements and/or enhancements.

+ Maintenance and management of Cisco Meraki Infrastructure that includes MX, MS, MT, MR, MV & MG devices in a large, distributed environment.

+ Network access control utilizing Cisco ISE for distributed wireless and wired networks.

+ Network health monitoring utilizing industry leading technologies.

+ Discover, design, plan, and implement next-generation networks using the latest technology and network automation.

+ Integrate Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) frameworks, leveraging Cisco Secure Connect.

+ Follow life-cycle oriented processes and procedures.

+ Troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade, and provide solutions to complex hardware/software problems.

+ Maintain detailed technical documentation for all network systems.

+ Provide Tier 3 support for escalated network issues, performing advanced diagnostics and resolution.

+ Create and execute test plans to meet project requirements for assigned components.

Required Skills & Experience:

+ Bachelor’s Degree in IT related field or equivalent experience.

+ Minimum of 10+ years’ experience in a distributed network environment.

+ **Cisco CCNP/Meraki CMSS** experience.

+ Strong experience with software defined networking (SDN/SDWAN) **in a Meraki environment** .

+ Proven expertise with Cisco Secure Connect and cloud managed security services.

+ Experience with Cisco Umbrella.

+ Experience with Cisco Nexus switching platforms is required.

+ Experience with SASE, SD-WAN and Zero Trust architectures.

+ Fluent with Design and Implementation of Cisco networking technologies, including the following: Cisco Meraki SD-WAN w/ Cisco Secure Connect, advanced switching, routing, and firewall technologies.

+ Knowledge of Cisco network equipment including: Cisco Nexus 9000 series switches, Cisco Catalyst 9000, Firepower/Threat Defense Firewalls.

+ Knowledge of network/internet Protocols/Services such as OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, VXLAN, LACP, DNS, TCP/IP, VPN, QoS.

+ Knowledge of wireless networking to include WiFi 7 and be able to resolve connectivity, interference, authentication and coverage issues in a Meraki environment.

+ Ability to work weekends and/or off hours as necessary.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with all stakeholders.

+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to demonstrate solid attention to detail.

+ History of balancing competing priorities with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business while meeting deadlines.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

+ Experience with ThousandEyes experience monitoring.

+ Experience with Cisco ISE or other Network Access Control Methodology.

+ Experience with Cisco APIC, ACI and VXLAN.

+ Working knowledge of Cisco XDR.

+ Design/Deployment experience with Microsoft Teams Rooms, including Logitech Rally systems and Shure Intellimix platform.

+ Scripting or automation experience is a plus.

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