Network Design Engineer
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Location: Charlotte, NC 28269
Description:
Job Title: Network Design Engineer
Job Title: Network Design Engineer
Location : Winston Salem NC / Hybrid
Responsibilities
Technical Skills:
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Job Title: Network Design Engineer
Location : Winston Salem NC / Hybrid
Responsibilities
- Architect and design robust, scalable, and secure network solutions that meet business needs and align with industry best practices.
- Lead design reviews and provide technical guidance to engineering teams, ensuring adherence to established standards and best practices.
- Conduct thorough assessments of networking requirements and translate them into detailed design specifications and implementation plans.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define network requirements and translate them into actionable design specifications.
- Evaluate and incorporate new technologies and methodologies to optimize network performance and reliability.
- Evaluate and integrate new technologies, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and organizational goals.
- Conduct performance analysis and capacity planning to optimize network resources and improve overall efficiency.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for network designs, configurations, and standards.
- Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex network issues, leveraging tools such as Wireshark, SolarWinds, and NetFlow analysis.
- Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance on network design principles and best practices.
- Document network designs, configurations, and changes for compliance and operational purposes.
Technical Skills:
- Extensive knowledge of network design principles, protocols, and architectures.
- Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark) for performance analysis.
- Hands-on experience with firewalls, load balancers, and VPN technologies.
- Experience with cloud networking solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid cloud architectures.
- Familiarity with automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Ansible) for network management.
- Relevant certifications such as CCIE, CCDP, or equivalent are highly desirable
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
- We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.