Technical Consultant - Cisco SD-WAN (Location : Flexible)
FinXL: Your Partner in Technology Solutions
FinXL is a leading Australian IT services and solutions company that partners with clients to deliver high-value ICT services. We are dedicated to building expert teams to tackle complex challenges in Enterprise Networking and Cloud Security.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Consultant specializing in Cisco SD-WAN for an initial 6-month contract (starting January This pivotal role focuses on the design, deployment, and optimization of enterprise-grade network and security solutions for a major client.
Key Responsibilities
* SD-WAN Design & Deployment: Participate in the design, implementation, and optimization of Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela and Catalyst) solutions, including integration with complex enterprise network and cloud environments.
* Network Security: Apply advanced network security best practices in SD-WAN design, including segmentation, encryption, and alignment with security frameworks.
* Technical Problem Solving: Troubleshoot and resolve complex SD-WAN and network-related issues to ensure high network availability and performance.
* Change Management: Follow structured change management processes to ensure network changes are planned, documented, and implemented with minimal risk.
* SSE Integration (Desirable): Support or participate in projects that integrate SD-WAN with Secure Service Edge (SSE) technologies (e.g., Palo Alto, Zscaler, Fortinet).
* Documentation: Prepare comprehensive technical documentation to support ongoing operations and knowledge transfer.
Required Skills & Experience
* Mandatory Platform Expertise: Strong, practical experience with Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela and Catalyst), including deployment, configuration, and hybrid cloud integration.
* Networking & Security: Solid understanding of routing, switching, IP protocols, WAN optimization, and network security best practices.
* Automation (Highly Regarded): Experience with network automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python) for SD-WAN configuration and management.
* Certifications (Desirable): Cisco certifications such as CCNP Enterprise, Cisco SD-WAN Specialist, or equivalent practical experience.
* Soft Skills: Able to clearly explain complex technical concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
If you are a hands-on, certified SD-WAN specialist ready to drive a critical network transformation project, apply now and join the FinXL team