L3 Network Engineer

L3 Network Engineer

About the role: As a L3 Network Engineer, you will make an impact by being a key driver of secure, resilient, and high-performing network operations. Your deep technical expertise and hands-on support will ensure seamless connectivity across our infrastructure, from diagnosing and resolving complex issues to configuring and maintaining critical devices. You'll help safeguard up time, optimize performance, and enable our workforce to operate at full capacity. You will be a valued member of our Cloud Infrastructure and Security team and work collaboratively with our Senior Manager.

In this role, you will:

• Provide onsite support for network issues, including device configuration, end-user testing, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with users to gather requirements and assess technical challenges.
• Monitor and maintain network performance metrics such as bandwidth, latency, uptime, and hardware health.
• Configure and manage routing protocols including BGP (with Communities), OSPF, and EIGRP.
• Design and troubleshoot LAN and WAN connectivity.
• Configure Cisco hardware: ASR/ISR routers, Nexus and Catalyst switches (N5k, N7k, C9200, C9300, C9500), wireless controllers, and access points.
• Implement Cisco DMVPN, Zscaler Cloud for internet traffic, and Cisco ISE with WLC for EAP-TLS authentication.
• Support data center operations, including LAN cabling and IDF/MDF room setups.
• Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, changes, and incidents.
• Collaborate with onsite EUC teams and offshore support to ensure seamless operations.

Work model: At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Beaverton, OR.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered:

• A proven track record of 11+ years as a Network Engineer in enterprise environments.
• Expertise in routing, switching, and LAN and WAN connectivity design.
• Hands-on experience configuring Cisco hardware including routers, switches, and wireless systems, and advanced features such as DMVPN, ISE integration, and Zscaler Cloud.
• Proficiency with network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds and ticketing systems such as ServiceNow.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work directly with end users.
• ITAR compliance.

These will help you stand out:

• Experience with F5 load balancers, Infoblox, Splunk, Thousand Eyes, and Meraki.
• Knowledge of data center operating procedures and structured cabling.
• Experience with Cisco Nexus and Catalyst switches at advanced levels.
• Background in integrating Cisco ISE with WLC for authentication protocols
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

What we offer:

• The chance to work with impact.
• Ownership over your career.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents —from day one.
• True work-life balance.

About us: Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital.

Other employment-related information: Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

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