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Network Engineer - Cisco ACI, SD-WAN
$80,400 - 135,600
Navy Federal Credit Union
Follin Lane SE 900, Vienna
$80,400 - 135,600
Requirements
Must:
- Bachelors degree in computer science or a related field, or an equivalent mix of education and experience.
- Practical experience in managing enterprise networks within a production setting.
- Proficient in supporting Cisco Catalyst and/or Nexus switching platforms, covering daily operations and troubleshooting tasks.
- Ability to plan and implement network device software upgrades and patches, ensuring thorough validation and backup strategies.
- Strong diagnostic skills across routing, switching, and common network services (such as DNS, DHCP, NTP, and AAA).
- Hands-on experience with Cisco ACI and data center connectivity in a production environment.
- Practical exposure in managing an SD-WAN ecosystem in a live setting.
- Familiarity with Azure networking and hybrid connectivity solutions (including VPN Gateway and/or ExpressRoute).
- Experience executing controlled changes following ITIL principles, with clear implementation plans and backup protocols.
- Proficient in documenting incident reports, RCA summaries, and operational procedures.
- Willingness to participate in on-call duties and after-hours maintenance sessions as needed.
- Strong collaboration and coordination skills with various teams and vendors across time zones.
Responsibilities
- Monitor network performance and promptly respond to alerts and incidents; assess issues, restore service, and communicate escalations with external providers and internal stakeholders.
- Troubleshoot and resolve routing and switching problems (including OSPF/BGP/EIGRP, HSRP/VRRP, STP, VLANs, QoS) in both campus and WAN scenarios using logs, telemetry data, and packet captures.
- Provide support and troubleshoot issues on Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switching platforms, handling port provisioning, VLAN/trunk setups, STP consistency checks, and hardware issues.
- Plan and execute software updates and patches for Catalyst and Nexus switches, performing pre-checks, compatibility reviews, and post-implementation validations in accordance with change management protocols.
- Manage day-to-day ACI fabric operations (tenants, VRFs, bridge domains, EPGs, contracts), diagnosing endpoint or contract issues, and assisting with controlled upgrades and changes.
- Oversee SD-WAN configurations, including policies, segmentation, DIA, application-aware routing, and failover strategies; address site connectivity and performance concerns and liaise with ISPs for circuit adjustments.
- Support Azure networking elements (VNets, NSGs, UDRs, Azure Firewall, VPN Gateway/ExpressRoute, Private Links, load balancers, DNS) and address hybrid connectivity challenges.
- Facilitate and troubleshoot connections from on-premises to Azure (including ExpressRoute/VPN, BGP, routing/propagation, redundancy); verify routes and failovers during incidents or maintenance events.
- Execute standard network changes (adds/moves/changes, policy updates, route adjustments, segmentation updates) while adhering to change management processes, complete with backup plans and post-change validations.
- Conduct root-cause analysis, document findings, and drive proactive measures (config hardening, process enhancements, monitoring upgrades, and recurring issue resolution).
- Sustain accurate network diagrams, runbooks, configuration standards, and knowledge articles; contribute to operational readiness and handover protocols.
- Leverage automation and scripting as needed to minimize repetitive tasks (data gathering, configuration checks, report generation) using tools like Python, PowerShell, Ansible, and vendor APIs.
- Be available for after-hours support as part of an on-call rotation and scheduled maintenance tasks as necessary.
Description
We are on the lookout for a Network Engineer who possesses robust knowledge in enterprise routing and switching concepts, combined with practical experience in managing Cisco ACI, SD-WAN, and Microsoft Azure networking services within a production context. This operations-focused role entails monitoring, responding to incidents, troubleshooting issues, and carrying out standard changes to ensure the security, stability, and performance of LAN/WAN, data center, and hybrid cloud connections. By joining our team, you will benefit from a rewarding work culture, competitive remuneration, and a comprehensive range of benefits. We operate in multiple locations including Virginia and Florida, and we take pride in fostering an environment where our employees can thrive. We currently have numerous accolades recognizing our positive workplace culture.
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