Cisco Network / Security Engineer

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Cisco Network / Security Engineer

CCIE Routing and Switching and CCNP Security or vice versa, ISE, FirePower, VPN Technologies, Nexus DC, UCS, Storage protocols.

About Tesrex:

We are a solutions delivery firm that focuses on quality first. Whether you’re dealing with customers or internal team members, the service we deliver must be of the utmost quality. We’re looking to build a team of elite specialists that can proliferate that mindset across the board.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Architect, design and deliver Network & Security solutions of varying complexity to end customers in accordance with technology roadmaps, standards and guidelines
Customer facing role in which you must translate business needs into technical solutions
Directly support sales focused on Network & Security services & delivery including C-level conversations and presentations
Write and produce SoW’s (Statement of Work) for projects
Lead customer facing events with technical presentations
Key point of contact for architectural issues in related projects
Actively engage on ongoing education to expand range of knowledge and expertise
Create knowledge-base articles and solution guides on a regular basis
Work closely with team on solution design and vertical focus

Skills & experience:

Previous consulting and solution delivery experience is absolutely required
Excellent communication skills essential, including ability to communicate and translate technical solutions to less technical people
Ability to effectively summarise and communicate infrastructure hardware/software solutions and problems
Well organised, self-motivated, with the ability to complete projects to a high standard with minimal supervision
Effective prioritisation and management of time, including under pressure
Initiative in problem solving and understanding
Prioritise customer satisfaction throughout any engagement, including timely follow-ups and quick responses to queries

Technical skills & experience:

Knowledge of Cisco processes is highly desired (BoM’s, estimates, TAC, SmartNet etc.)
7-11 years experience as a Cisco Network Engineer
CCIE Certification in either R&S or Security (must be current) and a CCNP in either R&S or Security (depending on CCIE specialisation)
Strong background in Cisco Networking & Security Best Practices
IT/Cloud Architecture Experience
Knowledge of orchestration/virtualisation tools and concepts such as VMware, VCenter, OpenStack etc.
Knowledge of Cloud Security
Large scale network configuration & deployment experience from Design to Delivery
Knowledge and experience of multiple Firewall technologies and Vendors
Extensive knowledge of Cisco Security & Firewalls
Palo Alto, F5, Checkpoint and Juniper experience is all beneficial
Understanding of application Security

*Please note that applicants must possess a Valid UK driver’s licence.

Too apply for this position please submit a CV and cover letter via the supplied contact form.