Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Network Administrator (L3) with extensive experience in network administration and operations. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Cisco technologies and a proven track record of deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting advanced network systems. This is a hybrid/onsite role based in Kansas City, KS, requiring U.S. citizenship for consideration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Network Administration & Operations:
- Manage and support Cisco XE SD-WAN Routers, Cisco ACI, Cisco Switches, and Routers in complex environments.
- Configure and maintain routing protocols like BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and network features like STP, PVST+, IPSEC site-to-site VPN, VoIP, HSRP, GLBP, NAT/PAT.
- Standardize configuration and ensure optimal performance of network devices.
- Deployment & Troubleshooting:
- Deploy and configure Cisco XE SD-WAN Routers, Cisco ACI, and other network components.
- Troubleshoot complex LAN & WAN issues and implement corrective actions.
- Plan, schedule, and execute network device software/hardware upgrades and migrations.
- Architecture & Documentation:
- Prepare High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) network diagrams.
- Conduct proactive analysis and provide recommendations for network improvement.
- Process & Management:
- Utilize Change and Problem Management practices to address network issues.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver improved network performance.
Must-Have Skills:
- Experience:
- 9+ years of experience in network administration.
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in operations with Cisco XE SD-WAN Routers, Cisco ACI, Switches, and Routers.
- Technical Expertise:
- Strong hands-on knowledge in BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP, PVST+, IPSEC, VoIP, HSRP, GLBP, NAT/PAT.
- Skilled in troubleshooting and standardizing network configurations.
- Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent documentation and communication abilities.
Good-to-Have Skills:
- Expertise in:
- Cisco SD-Access, Cisco WLC/APs, F5 Load Balancers, and Meraki SD-WAN devices.
- Infoblox DDI environment design and management.
- Splunk for log analysis and network issue correlation.
- Global ACI environment management and troubleshooting.
- Azure networking solutions.
- Experience with:
- Preparing detailed project plans for implementation.
- ServiceNow or other ITSM tools.
- Certification:
- CCNP/CCIE in Routing & Switching is highly preferred.
