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We are seeking a Lead Network Engineer – SD-WAN & AIOps Specialist to drive Cisco SD-WAN platform integration, telemetry, observability, and automation initiatives across enterprise and cloud environments.
Responsibilities
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Design and implement end-to-end management of Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN architecture, including core control plane components: Cisco SD-WAN Manager (vManage), Controller (vSmart), Validator (vBond), and Edge routers (cEdge/vEdge)
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Drive Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) and Plug-and-Play (PnP) templates to scale deployments across campuses, branches, and colocation facilities
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Configure Cisco Cloud OnRamp for SaaS and IaaS to deliver optimized application path selection and multi-cloud connectivity
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Maintain service uptime guidelines by managing control component certificates, on-demand snapshots, and automated software upgrades
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Integrate AI/ML capability frameworks within Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center) and Cisco ThousandEyes to establish deep visibility and predictive problem mitigation
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Automate Day-0 to Day-N configuration tasks using Python, Ansible, and Terraform via Cisco SDKs and REST APIs
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Leverage telemetry data, NetFlow, and streaming logs to build predictive baselines, optimize bandwidth usage, and forecast capacity
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Embed Security-by-Design principles using application-aware routing, micro-segmentation, zones, and centralized SASE structures
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Configure and troubleshoot complex Layer 2 and Layer 3 policies, including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, BFD, QoS, and IPsec/GRE encapsulation
Requirements
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8–12 years of total experience, including 5+ years of hands-on Cisco SD-WAN engineering and 3+ years of automation and observability experience
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Knowledge of Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) architecture and operations, vManage APIs, and the Overlay Management Protocol (OMP)
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Skills in Python scripting, REST API integration, and automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform
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Expertise in AIOps, event correlation, telemetry, and observability tools including ThousandEyes, Grafana, and Dynatrace
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Proficiency in utilizing Linux, Docker/KVM hypervisors, and programming environments to interact with system APIs
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Familiarity with packet capture analysis (Wireshark) and core services such as DHCP, DNS, PKI, and AAA/RADIUS security
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Background in managing enterprise-grade Cisco routing/switching environments, with at least 2–3 years focused on Cisco SD-WAN solutions and network automation
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Nice to have
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Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise SD-WAN Implementation (ENSDWI)
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Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise)
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Cisco Certified DevNet Associate / Professional
We offer
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Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
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Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
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Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
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Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
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Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
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Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
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Focused individual development
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Benefit package:
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Health benefits
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Retirement benefits
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Paid time off
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Flexible benefits
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Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)
