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Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Network Administrator (L3) with extensive experience in network administration and operations. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Cisco technologies and a proven track record of deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting advanced network systems. This is a hybrid/onsite role based in Kansas City, KS, requiring U.S. citizenship for consideration. Key Responsibilities • Network Administration & Operations: • Manage and support Cisco XE SD-WAN Routers, Cisco ACI, Cisco Switches, and Routers in complex environments. • Configure and maintain routing protocols like BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and network features like STP, PVST+, IPSEC site-to-site VPN, VoIP, HSRP, GLBP, NAT/PAT. • Standardize configuration and ensure optimal performance of network devices. • Deployment & Troubleshooting: • Deploy and configure Cisco XE SD-WAN Routers, Cisco ACI, and other network components. • Troubleshoot complex LAN & WAN issues and implement corrective actions. • Plan, schedule, and execute network device software/hardware upgrades and migrations. • Architecture & Documentation: • Prepare High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) network diagrams. • Conduct proactive analysis and provide recommendations for network improvement. • Process & Management: • Utilize Change and Problem Management practices to address network issues. • Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver improved network performance. Must-Have Skills • Experience: • 9+ years of experience in network administration. • Minimum 4 years’ experience in operations with Cisco XE SD-WAN Routers, Cisco ACI, Switches, and Routers. • Technical Expertise: • Strong hands-on knowledge in BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP, PVST+, IPSEC, VoIP, HSRP, GLBP, NAT/PAT. • Skilled in troubleshooting and standardizing network configurations. • Soft Skills: • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. • Excellent documentation and communication abilities. Good-to-Have Skills • Expertise in: • Cisco SD-Access, Cisco WLC/APs, F5 Load Balancers, and Meraki SD-WAN devices. • Infoblox DDI environment design and management. • Splunk for log analysis and network issue correlation. • Global ACI environment management and troubleshooting. • Azure networking solutions. • Experience with: • Preparing detailed project plans for implementation. • ServiceNow or other ITSM tools. • Certification: • CCNP/CCIE in Routing & Switching is highly preferred. Skills: analytical skills,troubleshooting,eigrp,hsrp,cisco technologies,management,nat/pat,cisco,cisco aci,routers,bgp,skills,glbp,pvst+,communication skills,cisco xe sd-wan routers,ipsec,ospf,devices,design,operations,cisco switches,network administration,stp,voip,problem-solving,documentation