Responsibilities: Design and Architect Enterprise Networks: Lead the planning and implementation of scalable, secure network infrastructures using Cisco Catalyst and Nexus platforms, tailored to support high-demand environments. Manage Advanced Routing & Switching Protocols: Configure and optimize complex routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and EVPN, ensuring efficient traffic flow and high availability across global sites. Implement and Maintain F5 Load Balancing Solutions: Deploy and manage F5 appliances, including custom iRules scripting, to ensure application resilience, performance, and intelligent traffic distribution. Troubleshoot Critical Network Issues: Serve as the escalation point for diagnosing and resolving L2/L3 connectivity problems, hardware failures, and VPN-related disruptions across enterprise systems. Secure Network Infrastructure: Enforce robust security practices using technologies like IPSec, 802.1x, TACACS+, and firewalls, while maintaining compliance with internal and external standards. Support Multicast and Manufacturing-Specific Protocols: Configure and maintain multicast technologies including PIM, MSDP, and Anycast-RP to support real-time data delivery in manufacturing environments. Lead Network Upgrades and Migrations: Drive hardware/software refreshes, network expansions, and migration projects with minimal downtime and maximum operational continuity. Collaborate Across Teams and Vendors: Interface with cross-functional teams, ISPs, and hardware vendors to coordinate maintenance windows, resolve escalations, and manage RMA processes. Document and Standardize Network Operations: Maintain detailed network diagrams, configuration records, and SOPs to support audit readiness and streamline troubleshooting. Mentor and Develop Team Talent: Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and operational excellence. Salary: $110k - $125k/yr. (D.O.E)