Senior Network Engineer (Cisco SDA expertise)

Job Title : Senior Network Engineer (SDA & Enterprise Wireless expertise)

Company : Industry-Leading IT Solution Provider

Location : Remote - USA (travel up to 30%; mostly Eastern region)

Compensation : Lucrative base, bonus, plus great / comprehensive benefits

About the Company :

This industry-leading IT solutions provider delivers advanced cloud, data center, network infrastructure, and security services backed by a highly robust fiber network. Their mission is to drive IT performance for enterprise customers through innovative solutions and a deep commitment to client success.

Role Overview :

This is a customer-facing, hands-on engineering role focused on designing and deploying Cisco SDA and DNA Center solutions. You'll work with a Fortune 50 clients on multi-site enterprise infrastructure projects, leading deployments, automating configurations, and providing ongoing technical support. Ideal for someone passionate about modern network automation, wireless technologies, and end-to-end enterprise IT architecture. It's a great opportunity to leverage your current skills, continuing to focus on the latest technologies, and advancing your career.

What Makes This Role Attractive :

• 100% remote flexibility with light travel (30% domestic)
• Exposure to next-gen Cisco technologies and cutting-edge tools and Fortune 50 enterprise clients
• Base plus bonus, plus extra bonus potential for after-hours work
• Excellent team-oriented company culture that is focused on team development and client satisfaction
• Excellent benefits including :
• Generous PTO & 10 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• 100% employer-paid life insurance
• Health club reimbursement and wellness program
• Paid volunteer time

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead SDA network rollouts including Cisco Catalyst Center provisioning, assurance, and automation
• Implement and configure Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and enterprise wireless solutions
• Deliver enterprise routing, switching, and network security architecture
• Conduct wireless site surveys and collaborate with deployment teams
• Consult with enterprise clients on IT strategy, design, and infrastructure optimization
• Create solution documentation and present to technical and executive audiences
• Provide advanced support, troubleshooting, and team mentoring

Requirements :

• 5+ years of hands-on enterprise network engineering experience
• 1+ years of SDA design and deployment experience
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center) for automation and provisioning
• Proficiency in Cisco ISE and wireless (WiFi 5 / 6, RF tools; wireless site surveys)
• Strong troubleshooting skills and customer service focus
• Knowledge of routing / switching protocols (OSPF, BGP, VXLAN, etc.)
• Encryption / VPN technologies (IPSec, MACsec)
• Experience with network firewalls, web proxies, load balancers
• Comfortable traveling up to 25% for project deployments (domestic)
• Experience with Value Added Resellers (VARs) or IT Solutions Providers preferred
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) strongly preferred
• Bonus skills : Python, Ansible, Terraform automation scripting

Important Notes :

Candidates must have a stable employment history and be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

If this sounds like you... or you would like more information...

Contact : Karel Lukas

The Trevi Group

karel@thetrevigroup (dot) com

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About THE TREVI GROUP : The Trevi Group is part of the MRI Network, a leading global search firm with over 200 offices worldwide, and is recognized by FORBES as one of the Best US Executive Search Firms. Since 2008, we've been helping companies hire IT leadership, engineers, and architects in the IT industry.

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