Cisco Network Architect (CCIE)

Must have

• At least 8 years of hands-on experience in enterprise or service provider networking.
• Extensive experience configuring, managing and troubleshooting Cisco enterprise infrastructure.
• Proven ability to design and manage large, complex, multi-site networks.
• Experience supporting international customers and collaborating with geographically distributed technical teams.
• Advanced knowledge of routing, switching, network security and high availability.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, OSI networking principles and enterprise network architecture.
• Practical experience with BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, routing policies and network optimisation.
• Proficiency in MPLS, VRF, VXLAN, QoS, multicast and resilient network design.
• Hands-on expertise with Cisco Catalyst and Nexus platforms, including IOS, IOS XE and NX-OS.
• Experience with Cisco ASA, Cisco Secure Firewall, VPNs and secure enterprise connectivity.
• Knowledge of Cisco ISE, network segmentation and identity-based access controls.
• Familiarity with network monitoring platforms such as Cisco Catalyst Center, SolarWinds, PRTG or equivalent.
• Strong packet capture, protocol analysis and root cause investigation capabilities.
• Familiarity with Python, Ansible, REST APIs and network automation frameworks.
• Understanding of configuration management, network programmability and infrastructure-as-code practices.
• Exposure to software-defined networking initiatives.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical thinking and advanced problem-solving abilities.
• High levels of ownership, accountability and customer service.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong technical documentation and design review capabilities.
• Effective collaboration with customers, vendors and distributed teams.
• Ability to mentor other engineers and remain composed when managing critical incidents.

Nice to have

• Background in an MSP, systems integrator or enterprise managed services environment is advantageous.
• Active CCIE certification, preferably in Enterprise Infrastructure, Security, Data Center or Service Provider, is highly desirable.
• CCNP Enterprise, Security or Data Center, or CCDE certification.
• Relevant Microsoft Azure or AWS cloud networking certifications.
• ITIL Foundation or an equivalent service management certification.
• Experience with Cisco Meraki, Catalyst SD-WAN, SD-Access and Cisco ACI.
• Knowledge of hybrid cloud networking across Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Exposure to Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet or other enterprise security platforms.
• Experience developing technical solutions, statements of work and implementation plans.
• Proven involvement in major network migrations, upgrades and transformation projects.

Technologies

• Ansible
• AWS
• Azure
• BGP
• CCNP
• Cisco
• Firewall
• Fortinet
• Infrastructure as Code
• iOS
• IPsec
• ITIL
• MPLS
• Network Security
• OSPF
• Palo Alto Networks
• Python
• QoS
• REST
• SD-WAN
• SolarWinds
• TCP/IP
• VLAN
• VPN
• VXLAN
• WAN

Highlights

Compensation is paid in Australian Dollars. Medical insurance is provided from day one for you and your spouse (or parents if unmarried). There are allowances for home office setup, internet, gym/wellness, and regular team events. Flexible work arrangements are available (home or office). The company reimburses for industry certifications. Mental health and counseling support is offered. The recruitment process may use AI tools, but final decisions are made by humans.