We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Consultant with 6- 8+ years of hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise network environments.
The selected candidate will work closely with Australian/African customers, providing high-level technical expertise, consulting, and support across Cisco-based infrastructure environments.
This role requires strong technical depth, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage directly with customer stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, implement, and support complex Cisco network infrastructures
* Provide L3-level troubleshooting and root cause analysis
* Work directly with Australian / African customers to understand requirements and provide tailored solutions
* Perform network assessments, audits, and optimization recommendations
* Configure and support:
o Cisco Routing & Switching (Catalyst, Nexus)
o Cisco Firewalls (ASA / Firepower)
o Cisco Wireless (WLC, Access Points)
o VPN & Remote Access Solutions
* Participate in network migrations, upgrades, and transformation projects
* Ensure high availability, security, and performance of network systems
* Create technical documentation and solution design documents
* Provide technical guidance to junior engineers when required
Technical Skills Required
* Strong expertise in:
o Routing Protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
o VLANs, STP, HSRP, VRRP
o Network Security Concepts
o VPN Technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)
* Hands‐on experience with Cisco Firepower / ASA
* Experience with Cisco DNA / SD‐WAN (preferred)
* Good understanding of network monitoring tools
* Experience in enterprise or managed services environments
Certifications (Preferred)
* CCNP (Mandatory or strongly preferred)
* CCIE (Highly desirable)
* Cisco Security Certifications (Advantage)
Soft Skills & Other Requirements
* Ability to work independently and take ownership
* Experience working with international clients
* Flexible to align with Australian/UK business hours
* Strong documentation and reporting skills
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