Network EngineerReview of existing network topology and architecture and identify areas of improvement along with executing a plan of action to implement those.Accountable for ensuring proper configuration, and change management.Accountable for patch management of network devices.Accountable for inventory management network devices.Provide SME guidance on new projects from a network standpoint, including architecture reviews, and configuration (NACL/ Network Security Groups, InGress/Engress rules e.t.c) reviews.Accountable for executing failover testing and DR testing of network components.Accountable for production uptime and support SLA's for network services.Capable of maintaining and troubleshooting Cisco Wireless InfrastructureStrong performance tuning and capacity planning experience; traffic trending analysis, network optimizationSolid understanding of SolarWinds or any other monitoring applicationsSolid understanding of routing protocols: OSPF, EIGRP, BGPKnowledge of networking technologies and protocols such as VTP, LACP, 802.1Q, RSTP, ARP, CDP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, HSRP, GLBP, VSS/VSL, QoS, Multicast, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, RADIUS/TACACS+, 802.1x, SNMP, L3VPNs, L2VPNs and IPsec.Knowledge of project life cycle managementStrong knowledge of network design and applications, including designing IP addressing hierarchy, complex routing and switching technologies.Understanding of network architecture, design of large-scale networksUnderstanding of SDN/SDDC (Software Defined Network or Datacenter – full stack – (compute, storage, network) including experience with AWSAbility to implement Routing/Switching Protocols utilizing Cisco Routers and SwitchesExperienced with Nexus 2/3/5/7K platform, ISR's, 3900 series routers.Ability to implement LAN/WAN technologies including MPLS and QoS (prioritization for voice and video)Proven track record identifying and championing appropriate new technologies; ability to quickly adapt to changes.Exceptionally organized, self-motivated, and directed with the ability to set and manage priorities judiciously.Superior analytical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.Understanding of Cloud technologies, Network Security in a Multi Tenancy Environment.Understanding of PCI and SOX compliance is a plus.Understanding of Cisco IWAN is a plus.Understanding of Software Defined NetworkingMust be able to thoroughly document implementations, modifications, and removal.