Network Engineer III

Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Level 3 Network Engineer with deep expertise in Cisco and Meraki network solutions and a strong background in designing, implementing, and supporting complex enterprise network environments. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of professional network engineering experience, excel in troubleshooting advanced issues, and serve as a subject matter expert across routing, switching, wireless, SD-WAN, and security technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Network Design & Architecture
- Design and architect scalable, secure, and high-performing network solutions using Cisco Meraki technologies (MX, MS, MR, MV, MT, Systems Manager).
- Meraki licensing experience and cost optimization
- Develop and document end-to-end network architectures, topology diagrams, and implementation plans.
- Evaluate new network technologies and recommend design improvements aligned with organizational goals.

Implementation & Configuration
- Lead the deployment, configuration, and optimization of Meraki-based networks across multiple sites.
- Configure and manage routing (BGP, OSPF), switching (Layer 2/Layer 3), wireless networks, firewalls, and SD-WAN.
- Automate network processes where possible using APIs, scripting, or Meraki Dashboard automation tools.

Advanced Support & Troubleshooting
- Serve as an L3 escalation point for complex network incidents and performance issues.
- Analyze packet captures, logs, and telemetry to troubleshoot and resolve high-impact outages.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement long-term corrective actions.

Security & Compliance
- Implement and enforce network security best practices including segmentation, firewall policy management, IDS/IPS tuning, and secure VPN design.
- Collaborate with security teams to support audits, incident response, and compliance standards (NIST, CIS, ISO, etc.).

Monitoring & Optimization
- Use Meraki Dashboard, SNMP, NetFlow, and other monitoring tools to proactively identify network issues and trends.
- Optimize network performance through capacity planning, firmware management, and infrastructure enhancements.

Documentation & Knowledge