Senior Cisco Network Engineer (Switching & Wireless)-Onsite @Orlando, FL
Orlando, Florida, United States of America
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3 weeks ago
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About this role
Title - Senior Cisco Network Engineer (Switching & Wireless)
Location-Onsite @Orlando, FL
Duration Contract
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Cisco Network Engineer to join our team for a full-time onsite role in the Orlando, FL area. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Cisco Enterprise Switching and Wireless technologies, with strong hands-on experience supporting legacy Cisco wireless infrastructure, performing wireless surveys, and optimizing enterprise network performance.
This role requires a senior-level engineer capable of designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and maintaining complex Cisco network environments while ensuring high availability, security, and optimal wireless coverage.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, configure, and support Cisco enterprise switching and wireless infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot complex Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking issues.
- Manage and support Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC), including legacy Cisco 5520 Wireless Controllers.
- Perform wireless site surveys, predictive designs, validation surveys, and troubleshooting using Ekahau.
- Optimize wireless coverage, capacity, and roaming performance.
- Configure and troubleshoot Cisco Catalyst switches, VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, HSRP, OSPF, EIGRP, and other enterprise networking protocols.
- Analyze network performance and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and scalability.
- Perform firmware upgrades, patching, and hardware replacements.
- Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and operations teams during network deployments and maintenance.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, and operational procedures.
- Participate in planned maintenance activities and provide advanced technical support as needed.
Required Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience as a Cisco Network Engineer.
- Strong expertise in Cisco Enterprise Switching.
- Extensive experience with Cisco Wireless technologies.
- Hands-on experience supporting Cisco 5520 Wireless LAN Controllers.
- Strong experience with Ekahau for wireless design, surveys, and troubleshooting.
- Experience configuring Cisco Catalyst switches.
- Strong knowledge of:
- VLANs
- STP
- EtherChannel
- OSPF
- EIGRP
- TCP/IP
- DHCP
- DNS
- Routing & Switching
- Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and documentation abilities.
Required Certification
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Required
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches.
- Experience with Cisco DNA Center.
- Knowledge of Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
- Experience with enterprise network migrations and upgrades.
- Experience working in large enterprise environments.
Must-Have Skills
- Cisco Switching
- Cisco Wireless
- Cisco 5520 Wireless LAN Controllers
- Ekahau
- CCNP Certification
- Enterprise Network Troubleshooting
- Routing & Switching
- Wireless Site Surveys
- Cisco Catalyst Switches
- Layer 2 & Layer 3 Networking
Regards,
Sai Srikar
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