Network Infrastructure Engineer

Network Infrastructure Engineer

Location:

Onsite - Clinton, MS

Duration: 9 Months

The engineer will work closely with infrastructure team to ensure the State’s network services remain reliable, scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise modernization goals. This is a hands‑on engineering position that requires strong technical expertise, effective communication, and the ability to support mission‑critical systems across data centers and statewide operations.

• Minimum 15 Years of experience.
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco ACI in production environments.
• Deep knowledge of ACI constructs (VRF, BD, EPG, ESG, L3
  
  Out, contracts).
• Experience integrating ACI with Open Shift VMM and Cilium/Isovalent.
• Proficiency with Cisco Catalyst platforms and SDA fabric technologies.
• Experience administering Cisco ISE including TACACS+ and policy‑set based NAC.
• Strong understanding of Thousand Eyes, Cyber Vision, and DNA Spaces or comparable tools.
• Solid command of core TCP/IP, routing, switching, QoS, and network security fundamentals.
• Ability to develop clear diagrams, documentation, and architectural artifacts.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to work in fast‑paced, mission‑critical environments.

• Cisco certifications such as CCNP Data Center, CCNP Enterprise, CCIE, or equivalent experience.
• Hands‑on experience with container networking and virtualization integrations.
• Familiarity with NIST frameworks and state‑level cybersecurity requirements.
• Experience with network automation tools (Python, Ansible, REST APIs).
• Prior work in state government or large enterprise network environments.
• PCCSA – Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Associate Foundational security, NGFW basics, threats, App‑, and policy.
• PCNSA – Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator Focuses on NGFW configuration, security profiles, NAT, App‑, URL filtering, Wild Fire.