- Expertise in Software-Defined Access (SDA) concepts, including network segmentation and fabric deployment.
- Hands-on experience with network automation and policy-driven networking.
- Hands-on experience with:
- Cisco DNA Centre (DNAC): Automation, provisioning, and assurance.
- Expertise in upgrading and managing Cisco solutions, including Cisco Integrated Management Controller (CIMC), Cisco DNA Center (DNAC), and network switches.
- Cisco ISE: Integration with SDA for authentication, network segmentation and access control.
- Fabric Architectures: Deployment and management of control, border, and edge nodes including changes in Underlay/Overlay.
- Proficiency in related networking concepts: LAN/WAN, IPv4/IPv6, VLANs, Multicast QoS, routing, switching and Wireless technology.
- Knowledge of security practices for secure network design.
- Basic scripting knowledge (Python, Bash) for automation tasks is a plus
- Ability to audit and understand customers network setting using various market toolsets and provide recommendations in line with industry best practice