About Gruve
Gruve is an innovative software services startup dedicated to transforming enterprises to AI powerhouses. We specialize in cybersecurity, customer experience, cloud infrastructure, and advanced technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs). Our mission is to assist our customers in their business strategies utilizing their data to make more intelligent decisions. As a well-funded early-stage startup, Gruve offers a dynamic environment with strong customer and partner networks.
Position Summary
We are seeking a remote CCNP-level Cisco Network Engineer who can lead complex network environments, make independent design decisions, and serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients. Ability to work independently to solve complex client issues, provide support, and perform after hours updates. This position is strictly for senior-level network engineers only.
This is not an entry-level or mid-level role. Applicants without senior-level Cisco experience and real-world production ownership will not be considered. This position will be an after-hours support role as needed or required.
Key Responsibilities
Technical ownership of complex, multi-site customer networks
Network architecture design, optimization, and lifecycle planning
Advanced troubleshooting across routing, switching, firewall, and WAN technologies
Leadership on network refreshes, migrations, and security initiatives
Direct client interaction as a senior technical authority
Client-facing responsibilities
Participation in scheduled after-hours maintenance
Shift Requirements: Will change on a weekly basis as needed.
Be able to work 8.00am to 5.00pm EST as needed for training, meetings, configuration, etc.
Be able to work after US EST work hours as needed to perform configuration upgrades, provide remote support, and other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Cisco CCNP (Enterprise or Security) – Required
6+ years hands-on Cisco networking experience in production environments
Expert-level understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, and WAN technologies
Advanced experience with Cisco CLI across routers, switches, and firewalls
Cisco SD-WAN, capabilities for troubleshooting & policy creating
Cisco ISE, capabilities for design, implementation, troubleshooting & policy creating
Checkpoint firewall management
Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues independently
Preferred Skills
Check Point firewall design and administration
Meraki enterprise deployments and management
Site-to-site and remote access VPN design.
HPE OpsRamp Software – working knowledge, ability to configure alerts, responses, etc.
Network security architecture and best practices
Why Gruve
At Gruve, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Gruve is an equal chance employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
📌 Senior Cisco Network Engineer (India)
🏢 Gruve
📍 India