Senior Data Center Network & Security Engineer

Senior Data Center Network & Security Engineer Experience Required: Minimum 15 Years Location: Remote (CST and EST Time Zone Pref.) Job Type: Contractor Department: IT Infrastructure / Network & Security Architect Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Data Center Network & Security Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and management of complex network and security infrastructures. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise across a wide range of technologies including Cisco Nexus, Check Point, Cisco Client, Palo Alto, Arista, Client Aruba, and Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela), with a strong background in routing protocols, wireless, and data center technologies such as VXLAN, VPC, and VDC. Key Responsibilities: • Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance data center network architectures. • Lead deployment and configuration of Cisco Nexus (2K/5K/7K/9K), FEX, VDC, VPC, and VXLAN technologies. • Configure and manage Check Point and Palo Alto firewalls, including policy management, VPNs, and threat prevention. • Deploy and manage Cisco Client for network access control and identity-based security. • Implement and support Cisco Wireless solutions and Cisco DNAC for automation and assurance. • Design and maintain MPLS, BGP, OSPF, and other routing protocols in enterprise environments. • Integrate and manage Cisco CUCM for unified communications. • Deploy and operate Cisco Viptela SD-WAN solutions. • Work with Arista and Client Aruba switches and wireless infrastructure. • Create and maintain High-Level Designs (HLD) and Low-Level Designs (LLD), network diagrams, and documentation. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure and efficient network operations. • Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers. Required Skills & Qualifications: • 15+ years of experience in enterprise network and security engineering. • Deep hands-on experience with: Cisco Nexus (2K–9K), FEX, VDC, VPC, VXLAN Cisco ACI Solution Check Point and Palo Alto firewalls Cisco Client, Cisco DNAC, Cisco Wireless Cisco Viptela SD-WAN, Cisco CUCM Routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS Arista and Client Aruba networking Strong documentation skills with experience in creating HLDs, LLDs, and operational runbooks. Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices. Preferred Certifications: • CCIE (Routing & Switching / Security / Data Center) – Preferred Check Point CCSA/CCSE Palo Alto PCNSE Cisco Certified Specialist (Client, DNAC, SD-WAN) Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job