Network Engineer

Network EngineerThis role will play a key role in the architecture, design, project management and operations of the global network of Wolters Kluwer to deliver high quality network performance for its users and applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Data Center technologies, Cisco NX-OS, Cisco Firepower, Cisco FMC, Fortinet, Cisco NDFC, Cisco DNA Center, and automation technologies like Ansible, Python, and Terraform. This role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in networking, security, automation, and infrastructure as code (IaC) methodologies. The role requires expertise and a strong track record of success in managing a hybrid network with data center (primary), campus & cloud-based network technologies, with rapidly increasing emphasis on Cloud based technologies. This is a highly technical and functional role, combining industry knowledge of best practices in Data Center Networking, Security and cloud technology with leadership & day-to-day management of internal and external staff of Network Engineers across North America, Europe and Asia Client. This role requires deep expertise and a track record of success in the operation and support of a global network. This role is responsible for designing, managing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and the global network which could include Data Center/WAN/LAN/and cloud (hybrid and native). All operations and support are handled by this team without escalation to other technology towers. It also requires on call support and occasional travel to data centers and offices for evaluation, analysis, troubleshooting, and remediation activities.Responsibilities include:Network architecture and design engineering scalable, high-performance, secure, highly available data center-based solutionsEnsuring compliance with hardware/software/licensing versionsLeading network infrastructure projects from design to implementation ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectivesParticipating/leading KT sessions and operational handoverSupporting and troubleshooting of the global network environmentsPerforming network troubleshooting and fault analysis with the goal of continuous improvementMaintaining and improving network analysis, and reporting toolsManaging the application of configuration changes and service requests using WK systems and ITIL processesDeveloping and delivering timely reporting to address all business requirementsActing as a mentor, technical SME, and point of escalation for the teamQualifications include:Passion and energy to turn a vision into a realityEmpower the team to understand and be comfortable with failing fast and learning from failuresStrong experience with network service provisioningStrong network automation experienceBS/MS or equivalent work experienceCisco CCNP or CCIE (Enterprise/Data Center/Security), Cisco DevNet preferredIaC/Automation certifications: Terraform Associate, Terraform Authoring and Operations Professional, Red Hat Enterprise Ansible certifications, Python PCEP, PCAP, or PCPPCloud certifications with networking focus: Azure Network Engineer, GCP Associate/Professional, AWS DevOps Engineer, AWS Advanced Networking Specialty10 or more years of experience in a technical network position supporting networks6 or more years of experience in a large, global environment is preferredMust have strong communications (oral and written) and relationship skills across all levels