**About the Role** We are seeking an experienced **Resident CCNP Engineer** to provide advanced technical expertise in enterprise network infrastructure, security, and unified communications. The ideal candidate will possess strong hands\-on experience with Cisco technologies and a proven track record in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex enterprise network solutions. This position is ideal for a highly motivated network professional who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys working directly with customers to deliver reliable, secure, and high\-performance network services. **Key Responsibilities** * **Routing \& Switching:** * Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols, including OSPF, BGP, MPLS, VRF\-lite, and route redistribution. * Support and optimize enterprise network environments leveraging Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switches and routers. * **Network Security:** * Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions with **Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD)** and **FortiGate** platforms. * Administer VPNs (SSL/IPSec) and enforce security policies through **Cisco FMC** and **FortiManager**. * **Collaboration \& Unified Communications:** * Manage **Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM)** environments, including IP phone provisioning, Webex integration, and user administration. * Support related systems such as **Cisco Unity Connection**. * **Access Control \& NAC:** * Deploy and manage **Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)** for network access control, including guest access and policy enforcement via RADIUS, TACACS\+, and 802\.1X. * **Data Center \& Virtualization:** * Operate and maintain **Cisco UCS** blade and rack infrastructure using UCS Manager, service profiles, and fabric interconnects. * Support virtualization environments including **VMware ESXi**. * **Server \& Security Management:** * Perform basic administration of **Windows Server**, **Active Directory**, and **Group Policy**. * Utilize **SIEM** tools for monitoring and analyzing security events and logs. **Qualifications** * **Required Certification:** Cisco Certified Network Professional (**CCNP**) or higher. * **Experience:** Minimum 5\+ years in enterprise networking and security. * **Technical Skills:** * Strong expertise in Cisco networking hardware and software. * Proficiency in firewall management (Cisco FTD, FortiGate). * Working knowledge of virtualization, UCS, and Microsoft Server environments. * **Soft Skills:** * Excellent problem\-solving, communication, and documentation abilities. * Strong customer engagement and collaboration skills. **Preferred Qualifications** * Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (**CCIE**) — Routing \& Switching, Security, or Collaboration. * Experience with automation or scripting (Python, Ansible) for network operations. * Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure) is a plus. Job Type: Full\-time