Senior Enterprise Network Design Engineer

CBTS

Senior Enterprise Network Design Engineer

Location

Manhattan, New York (Onsite) Travel: 10–15% to locations throughout NY & NJ

Company:

Supporting a Fortune 200 Financial Services Organization

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Enterprise Network Design Engineer to join our team in Manhattan. This role requires deep expertise in designing, deploying, and managing complex enterprise-wide network environments with a strong focus on Cisco Meraki Wireless, Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), and SD-WAN technologies. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership, deliver innovative solutions, and ensure the stability and scalability of mission-critical network infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and document Cisco WAN & LAN network solutions for large-scale enterprise environments.

• Lead technical consulting engagements and provide comprehensive project leadership from design through deployment.

• Implement and manage Cisco SD-WAN / Viptela / Fortinet solutions.

• Deploy and maintain enterprise wireless networks, including:

• Cisco Wireless Controllers & Access Points

• Cisco Meraki Wireless & Switching solutions

• Configure and manage EIGRP, BGP, and OSPF routing protocols in enterprise environments.

• Implement VLAN technology and ensure network segmentation best practices.

• Utilize network analysis, management, and performance monitoring tools to optimize network performance and plan for growth.

• Maintain accurate network documentation and diagrams using Visio.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience designing, deploying, and documenting Cisco WAN & LAN solutions in large enterprise environments.
• 10+ years of technical consulting and project leadership experience with proven ability to deliver successful solutions.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco SD-WAN / Viptela / Fortinet technologies.
• Expertise in enterprise wireless networking, including Cisco Meraki and Cisco Wireless Controllers.
• Strong knowledge of EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, and VLAN technologies.
• Familiarity with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) preferred.
• Experience with network analysis tools and performance monitoring solutions.

Special Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Technical leadership with a solution-focused mindset.

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

• Familiarity with Agile methodology and ITIL-based ticketing systems (ServiceNow experience a plus).

• Strong documentation skills and proficiency in Visio for network diagrams.

• Proven experience in network architecture and design.

• Knowledge of HSRP, TCP/IP enhancements (multicast, QoS, bandwidth reservation).

• Proficiency in configuring and maintaining routers, hubs, bridges, and switches.

• Familiarity with sniffer tools (tcpdump, Ethereal) and Syslog analysis.

• Python programming knowledge a plus.

• Exposure to additional technologies such as:

• Zscaler proxy/VPN

• Palo Alto/Cisco firewalls

• Load Balancing (Broadcom AVI)

• SD-WAN – Fortinet

• Why Join Us?

• Work with cutting-edge networking technologies in a Fortune 200 financial services environment.

• Opportunity to lead enterprise-scale projects and influence network strategy.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Due to U.S. Government requirements applicable to foreign-owned telecommunications providers, non-US citizens may be required to submit to an extensive government agency background check which will necessitate disclosure of sensitive Personally Identifiable Information.