Cisco Network Architect – CCIE

• Design, implement, optimise and support complex enterprise and service provider networks
• Provide Level 3 and Level 4 escalation support
• Lead network transformation, infrastructure modernisation and complex troubleshooting initiatives
• Establish technical standards and security baselines
• Review architectural designs and implementation plans
• Mentor fellow network engineers
• Design enterprise, data centre, campus and WAN network solutions
• Lead network assessments, architecture reviews, capacity planning and modernisation initiatives
• Develop high-level and low-level designs, network diagrams, implementation plans and configuration documentation
• Deploy, configure and troubleshoot Cisco routing and switching infrastructure
• Design and resolve complex routing environments using BGP, OSPF, IS-IS and EIGRP
• Implement Layer 2 and Layer 3 services, including VLANs, STP, VRF, MPLS, QoS and multicast
• Design resilient WAN connectivity, redundant routing and multi-site network environments
• Investigate routing instability, convergence issues, latency, packet loss and performance challenges
• Implement and maintain Cisco Catalyst and Nexus infrastructure
• Support Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN, SD-Access, Catalyst Center and Cisco ACI environments
• Integrate enterprise, data centre and cloud networks with high availability and redundancy
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco Secure Firewall, Cisco ASA, ACLs, network segmentation, VPNs, IPsec and secure remote access
• Integrate Cisco ISE, 802.1X and network access control solutions
• Collaborate with security teams on vulnerabilities, compliance and security investigations
• Lead responses to critical outages as the highest-level escalation point
• Perform packet captures, protocol analysis and root cause investigations
• Strengthen proactive monitoring, preventative maintenance and network reliability
• Develop automation using Python, Ansible and REST APIs
• Contribute to infrastructure-as-code and software-defined networking initiatives
• Support repeatable deployment practices and reduce manual administration
• Maintain technical documentation and mentor Level 2 and Level 3 network engineers
• Communicate technical risks, findings and recommendations to customers and stakeholders
• Collaborate with customers, vendors, solution architects and distributed technical teams

• At least 8 years of hands-on experience in enterprise or service provider networking
• Extensive experience configuring, managing and troubleshooting Cisco enterprise infrastructure
• Proven ability to design and manage large, complex, multi-site networks
• Experience supporting international customers and collaborating with geographically distributed technical teams
• Advanced knowledge of routing, switching, network security and high availability
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, OSI networking principles and enterprise network architecture
• Practical experience with BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, routing policies and network optimisation
• Proficiency in MPLS, VRF, VXLAN, QoS, multicast and resilient network design
• Hands-on expertise with Cisco Catalyst and Nexus platforms, including IOS, IOS XE and NX-OS
• Experience with Cisco ASA, Cisco Secure Firewall, VPNs and secure enterprise connectivity
• Knowledge of Cisco ISE, network segmentation and identity-based access controls
• Familiarity with Cisco Catalyst Center, SolarWinds, PRTG or equivalent monitoring platforms
• Strong packet capture, protocol analysis and root cause investigation capabilities
• Familiarity with Python, Ansible, REST APIs and network automation frameworks
• Understanding of configuration management, network programmability and infrastructure-as-code practices
• Exposure to software-defined networking initiatives
• Active CCIE certification is highly desirable
• CCNP Enterprise, Security or Data Center, or CCDE certification
• Relevant Microsoft Azure or AWS cloud networking certifications
• ITIL Foundation or equivalent service management certification
• Experience with Cisco Meraki, Catalyst SD-WAN, SD-Access and Cisco ACI
• Knowledge of hybrid cloud networking across Microsoft Azure and AWS
• Exposure to Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet or other enterprise security platforms
• Experience developing technical solutions, statements of work and implementation plans
• Proven involvement in major network migrations, upgrades and transformation projects
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical thinking and advanced problem-solving abilities
• High levels of ownership, accountability and customer service
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong technical documentation and design review capabilities
• Effective collaboration with customers, vendors and distributed teams
• Ability to mentor other engineers and remain composed when managing critical incidents

• Get paid in Australian Dollars
• Medical insurance from day one for you + spouse (or parents if unmarried)
• Generous OPD coverage from doctor visits to all your medical needs
• Home office setup allowance
• Internet allowance
• Gym & wellness allowance
• Regular team events and engagement activities
• Diji Assist mental health and counseling support
• Reimbursement for industry certifications
• Open-door culture where ideas and feedback matter
• Flexible work – home or office
• Rewards and recognition
• Christmas and financial year-end parties