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Connection · 2 weeks ago

Lead Network Engineer/Architect – Cisco Infrastructure

Niles, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$69/hr - $83/hr

8+ years exp

Connection Services is seeking a Lead Network Engineer / Architect to join their Technical Staffing Division for a contract opportunity. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing a global enterprise network infrastructure centered around Cisco technologies, while ensuring a secure and high-performing network environment that supports global business operations.

ComputerEnterprise SoftwareGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyService IndustrySoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the architecture, design, and deployment of Cisco enterprise network solutions, including routers, switches, and firewalls (IOS, NX-OS, ASA/FTD)

Architect and administer Cisco Meraki environments across MX, MS, and MR platforms, with a focus on SD-WAN design, policy enforcement, and cloud-based management

Design and integrate Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for advanced authentication, authorization, and accounting across wired and wireless infrastructures

Manage and optimize Cisco Umbrella and other cloud-delivered security platforms to enhance enterprise protection and compliance

Oversee Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) systems, ensuring performance, resiliency, and seamless VoIP operations

Perform complex troubleshooting, packet analysis, and root cause diagnostics to maintain optimal uptime and reliability

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute infrastructure modernization, migration, and network upgrade projects

Maintain comprehensive network documentation, topology diagrams, and configuration standards

Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to architectural roadmaps and best practices

Enforce network and security compliance standards across all environments

Qualification

Cisco IOSCisco NX-OSCisco ASA/FTDCisco MerakiCisco ISECisco UmbrellaCUCMRouting protocolsCisco certificationsNetwork automationCloud networkingNetwork monitoring toolsAnalytical skillsITIL frameworksCommunication skillsDocumentation skills