Network Infrastructure Engineer

Seeking a highly experienced Network Infrastructure Engineer to support enterprise networking modernization initiatives. This is a hands-on engineering role responsible for designing, deploying, and supporting next-generation network fabrics, identity-driven networking solutions, observability platforms, and security technologies across statewide operations., * Design and support Cisco ACI fabrics

• Deploy and maintain Cisco Catalyst SDA environments
• Configure and administer Cisco ISE
• Implement Zero Trust segmentation strategies
• Manage ThousandEyes, Cyber Vision, and DNA Spaces
• Troubleshoot complex Layer 2/Layer 3 issues
• Design and implement Palo Alto security solutions
• Create architecture diagrams, standards, and operational documentation
• Support statewide infrastructure modernization initiatives

• 15+ years of Cisco networking experience
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco ACI in production environments
• Deep expertise with:
• VRF
• Bridge Domains (BD)
• EPG / ESG
• L3Out
• Contracts
• Fabric Policies
• Experience integrating Cisco ACI with:
• OpenShift VMM
• Cilium / Isovalent
• Strong experience with Cisco Nexus and Data Center Networking
• Cisco Catalyst Switching
• Software Defined Access (SDA)
• Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
• TACACS+
• NAC Policy Administration
• ThousandEyes
• Cisco Cyber Vision
• Cisco DNA Spaces

Networking & Security Skills

• TCP/IP
• Routing & Switching
• OSPF
• BGP
• STP
• Multicast
• QoS
• Palo Alto Firewalls
• Network Segmentation
• Zero Trust Architectures

Preferred Skills

• Python
• Ansible
• REST APIs
• Container Networking
• Virtualization Integrations
• NIST Security Frameworks
• State Government Experience
• Enterprise Network Modernization Projects

Preferred Certifications

• CCNP Enterprise
• CCNP Data Center
• CCIE
• PCCSA
• PCNSA