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# Network Architect - SD-WAN

- **Company:** Pantheon Inc
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Monitoring of Systems, Internetworking, Python (Programming Language), Local Area Networks, Ansible, Wide Area Networks, Datadog, Cisco Switches, Cisco
- **Published:** October 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/bb73207a-0d3b-4f69-9aba-af41ef3f5778

## About the Role

* 10+ years in enterprise network engineering and operations.
 * Expert routing knowledge, especially BGP.
 * Deep hands-on switching and wireless experience.
 * SD-WAN experience. Versa is ideal, and similar platforms count.
 * A real grasp of how the technology works, not just how to configure it.
 * Clear, proactive communication with technical and business teams.
 * Ability to work onsite in Spring, travel to sites, and join the on-call rotation.

Preferred

 * Python automation, with a recent solution you built and delivered.
 * Datadog or similar monitoring tools.
 * Cisco Catalyst Center, NetBrain, or Versa Director.
 * Experience running and troubleshooting enterprise firewalls.
 * Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE).

## Description

* Run and troubleshoot the local area network and wide area network (LAN/WAN) that supports refinery and chemical operations.
 * Find root causes during incidents and fix recurring issues for good.
 * Lead routing work as a go-to expert, especially Border Gateway Protocol (BGP).
 * Manage Cisco switching and wireless, including device tracking and authentication.
 * Support software-defined WAN (SD-WAN) on Versa.
 * Design and configure network changes for fiber and other infrastructure projects.
 * Use monitoring tools to spot problems before users do.
 * Automate repeat tasks with Python, Ansible, or similar tools.
 * Keep runbooks, procedures, and network documentation current.
 * Partner with plant network, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and site support teams.