Senior Consulting Engineer - Enterprise Networkat CDW Careers

• Perform client consulting with technical expertise in the area of network engineering by working with clients to define, develop and deliver network solutions to solve their business objectives.
• Discover, design, plan, and implement next-generation networks using the latest technology such as SD-WAN and network automation.
• Participate in various client engagements intended to assess, improve, and upgrade network infrastructures 
• Follow life-cycle oriented processes and procedures 
• Troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade, and provide solutions to complex hardware/software problems 
• Assist in the management of engagements using CDW's engagement management methodology 
• Regularly interface with technical and business staff of clients, including the engagement sponsor and stakeholders of engagements in more complex engagements 
• Serve as technical point of contact on client engagements 
• Create and execute test plans to meet engagement requirements for assigned components 
• Identify and communicate potential opportunities for cross-selling to the sales team 
• Manage time and expense to meet or exceed expectations defined in the Statement of Work 
• Provide high quality content deliverables using the appropriate document templates 
• Ensure solution is implemented as designed to the client’s satisfaction and approval 
• Conducts/leads design workshops for complex designs to meet client, business and technical objectives 
• Proactively develops plans and activities to avoid problems 
• Educates the client on solution as appropriate throughout the life of the engagement or service life 
• Supports pre-sales validation and activities lead by Field Solution Architects.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, a related technical degree or equivalent
• Five years’ experience delivering complex technical solutions including planning, development, implementation and support 

• Cisco CCNP or equivalent experience
• Minimum of two years consulting experience 
• Minimum of one-year experience in programming or analytical work 
• Fluent with Design and Implementation of Cisco networking technologies, including one or more of the following: Cisco SD-WAN, Meraki, Cisco DNA-C, advanced switching, routing, and firewall technologies
• Knowledge of Cisco network equipment including: Cisco Nexus 9000 / 7000 / 5000 / 2000 series of Data Center switches running NX-OS, Cisco Catalyst 9000 / 6500 / 4500 / 3850 / 3750 series of Campus switches, Meraki MS and MX series appliances.
• Knowledge of network/internet Protocols/Services such as OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, VXLAN, LACP, DNS, TCP/IP, and VPN.
• Knowledge of Layer 2 & 3 Switching
• Ability to manage and deploy network changes, including firewalls and access lists
• Knowledge of automation and programmability using Python a plus.
• Experience with troubleshooting Cisco router, switch and/or virtual network configurations 
• Ability to work weekends and/or off hours as necessary to meet clients' needs 
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with all stakeholders
• Proven ability to maintain and create technical documentation for the enterprise-level clients
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to demonstrate solid attention to detail and a penchant for accuracy
• History of balancing competing priorities with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business while meeting deadlines
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds of equipment. 
• Attention to detail on inventory and logistics is important 

• CCIE certification preferred

Salary range: $111,900 - $134,200, depending on experience and skill set
Annual Bonus Target: 10% of base salary, subject to terms and conditions of plan
Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/
Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials

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