SD WAN Network Engineer  

SD-WAN Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN) to optimize network performance and security across multiple locations. This includes tasks like developing network topologies, implementing SDN solutions, and troubleshooting network issues.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and Implementation:

• Developing network topologies, designing and implementing SD-WAN solutions, and creating network templates.

System Engineering:

• Performing system engineering services throughout the project lifecycle, including documentation and configuration management.

Troubleshooting and Support:

• Identifying and resolving network issues, providing technical support, and optimizing network performance.

Integration and Testing:

• Integrating and testing SD-WAN prototypes in operational environments, working with sponsors to ensure successful deployments.

Security:

• Ensuring network security principles and access control policies are followed, and addressing security concerns related to SD-WAN.

Collaboration:

• Working with other teams (e.g., SRE, security) and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and operation of SD-WAN.

Documentation:

• Creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation related to network configurations, designs, and best practices.

Training and Support:

• Providing training and support to operational teams on SD-WAN technologies.

Policy Governance:

• Ensuring compliance with infrastructure standards and policies.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of SD-WAN technologies, networking principles, and security best practices.
• Technology: Cisco, Sliverpeak, Fortinet, VeloCloud
• Experience: Experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and other Cisco SDN components is often required.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various teams and stakeholders.
• Documentation: Ability to create and maintain clear and concise technical documentation.
• Client-Facing Skills: Some roles may require client-facing experience for presentations, demonstrations, and relationship building.
• Years of Experience: 5-7 years