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 SDWAN 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 sitetosite VPN VoIP HSRP GLBP NAT/PAT.
- Standardize configuration and ensure optimal performance of network devices.
- Deployment & Troubleshooting:
- Deploy and configure Cisco XE SDWAN 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 HighLevel Design (HLD) and LowLevel 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.
MustHave Skills:
- Experience:
- 9 years of experience in network administration.
- Minimum 4 years experience in operations with Cisco XE SDWAN Routers Cisco ACI Switches and Routers.
- Technical Expertise:
- Strong handson knowledge in BGP OSPF EIGRP STP PVST IPSEC VoIP HSRP GLBP NAT/PAT.
- Skilled in troubleshooting and standardizing network configurations.
- Soft Skills:
- Strong problemsolving and analytical skills.
- Excellent documentation and communication abilities.
GoodtoHave Skills:
- Expertise in:
- Cisco SDAccess Cisco WLC/APs F5 Load Balancers and Meraki SDWAN 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.
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