Network Infrastructure Engineer in Clinton, MS

Required Skills/Experience:
The SME must possess:
Minimum of 15 years of experience working with Cisco networking.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Hands-on experience with Cisco ACI in production environments.
Deep knowledge of ACI constructs (VRF, BD, EPG, ESG, L3Out, contracts).
Experience integrating ACI with OpenShift 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 ThousandEyes, 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.
Preferred/Not Required:
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-ID, and policy.
PCNSA Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator
Focuses on NGFW configuration, security profiles, NAT, App-ID, URL filtering, WildFire