Job ID: 10458
Location: Tulsa, OK
Category: IT
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Date Added: 03/26/2025
Job Description
Location: Tulsa, OK
We are seeking a seasoned Principal Network Engineer with strong Cisco networking experience to lead enterprise network operations, design, implementation, and strategy. This role ensures seamless LAN/WAN operations, aligns with architectural and security standards, drives innovation, and mentors support teams to maintain a robust, scalable network. The position is both engineering and operational support at the highest level in the networking team.Responsibilities:
- Network Design & Implementation: Lead the end-to-end design and deployment of enterprise networking solutions, primarily on Cisco (ACI and Nexus) and Meraki hardware, ensuring compliance with security and architectural standards.
- Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Serve as a mentor and technical expert for internal operational support teams and external partner resources, promoting knowledge-sharing and skill development.
- Performance Optimization: Monitor and analyze network performance, providing strategic recommendations for design, configuration, and capacity improvements to ensure optimal operation and uptime.
- IP & DHCP Management: Establish, document, and maintain robust IP schemes and DHCP scopes to support the enterprise network’s scalability and reliability.
- Security Integration: Collaborate with the Security Operations team to design and implement cutting-edge network security measures, including firewall configurations, access controls, and segmentation strategies.
- Escalation & Troubleshooting: Act as the senior escalation point for complex network incidents, providing advanced troubleshooting expertise and ensuring timely resolution.
- Strategic Collaboration: Partner with Architecture, Security, and IT leadership to align network infrastructure with organizational goals, emerging technologies, and industry trends.
- WAN/LAN Vendor and Carrier Relationships: Act as a key H&P liaison with vendors and carriers to optimize our networks, costs, and maintain partner relationships.
Requirements:
- Experience:
- 10+ years of Cisco Networking experience in network/telecommunications engineering, with a proven track record of success in enterprise environments.
- 5+ years of experience in network architecture and design, including large-scale global networks.
- Technical Expertise:
- Cisco CCNP.
- Advanced proficiency in Cisco networking technologies, including ACI, Nexus, routers, switches, wireless, and voice.
- In-depth knowledge of routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP, and advanced understanding of LAN/WAN infrastructure protocols.
- Hands-on experience with wireless network technologies and controllers, including Aruba and Cisco solutions.
- Expertise in firewall configuration and security protocols, with experience in Cisco ASA and Palo Alto platforms.
- Skills & Knowledge:
- Thorough understanding of advanced switching, routing, and network security technologies.
- Proficiency in network management tools and applications to ensure system reliability and performance.
- Strong ability to adapt to evolving technologies and drive forward-thinking strategies.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Strategic mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
Not a must, but a plus:
- CCIE certification preferred
- CCIE in Routing/Switch highly preferred.
- Experience with automation and scripting for network management (e.g., Python, Ansible).
- Knowledge of SD-WAN technologies and deployment strategies.
- Familiarity with cloud networking solutions (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
