Network Engineer – DNAC SME; CCNP

About the Role

We are seeking a Network Engineer – DNAC SME to serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Cisco DNA Center (DNAC) under a one-year contract. The role requires deep expertise in Cisco DNAC, SDA fabric design, and hands‑on implementation and operations.

Cisco DNAC Expertise

• Onboard, provision, and manage network devices (routers, switches, wireless controllers, access points).

• Utilize DNAC assurance features for network health monitoring, troubleshooting, and anomaly detection.

• Design, implement, and operate Software‑Defined Access (SDA) fabrics (border, control plane, edge nodes).

• Manage network policies, segmentation (VNs), and security integrations (e.g., Cisco ISE).

• Leverage DNAC automation features, templates, and workflows for efficient network operations.

Implementation & Operations

• Plan, deploy, and configure Cisco DNAC solutions and related infrastructure.

• Develop and implement SOPs and best practices for DNAC management.

• Perform proactive monitoring, health checks, and capacity planning for DNAC appliances and managed networks.

Troubleshooting & Resolution

• Serve as escalation point for complex network issues using DNAC analytics.

• Conduct root cause analyses (RCAs) for network performance, connectivity, and security issues.

• Collaborate with Cisco TAC and other vendors for advanced issue resolution.

Mentorship & Knowledge Transfer

• Provide guidance, training, and knowledge transfer to junior engineers and operations teams.

• Create and maintain documentation, runbooks, and playbooks for DNAC operations.

• Proficiency in Software‑Defined Access (SDA) fabric design, implementation, and operations (including border, control plane, and edge nodes).

• Cisco Certified Network Practitioner (CCNP) certification with Designing Cisco Enterprise Networks (ENSLD) concentration preferred.