CCIE Network Security with Service Provider

Job Title : CCIE Service Provider - CCIE Security Firepower Specialist / Level 3 NOC Support EngineerLocation : RemoteJob Type : Contract based / Project basedExperience Level : Senior1Job Summary : We are seeking a highly skilled CCIE Service Provider - Cisco Firepower Specialist / Level 3 NOC Support Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD), Firepower Management Center (FMC), and overall network security architecture, along with significant experience in providing technical support and implementation in a mixed NX-OS and IOS-XE environment. This role requires a CCIE Service Provider certification and extensive knowledge of network security, MPLS / IP, VXLAN, and other relevant technologies.Key Responsibilities : Firewall Solutions : Design, implement, and optimize Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) and Firepower Management Center (FMC) solutions for service providers.Provide expert-level troubleshooting and technical support for firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and threat detection solutions.Network Operations and Support : Provide Level 3 technical support and implementation expertise for NX-OS and IOS-XE environments.Configure and troubleshoot MPLS / IP networks, ensuring end-to-end connectivity and optimal routing.MPLS and Data Center Solutions : Design, implement, and support VXLAN with MP-EVPN solutions for scalable data center networking.Optimize and manage QoS and Segment Routing Traffic Engineering (SR-TE) policies to ensure efficient traffic flow.Security Assessments : Perform security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.Develop and maintain security policies, configurations, and documentation for Firepower solutions.Performance Optimization : Conduct performance tuning, capacity planning, and security hardening of Cisco Firepower solutions.Deploy and maintain Nexus vPC for high availability and redundancy.Collaboration and Mentorship : Collaborate with network architects to integrate Cisco Firepower solutions and other network solutions into existing service provider environments.Lead the resolution of complex network security issues and provide mentorship to junior engineers.Monitoring and Best Practices : Establish best maintenance practices for Nexus architecture to improve network reliability.Develop and implement monitoring strategies to ensure proactive detection and resolution of network issues.Continuous Learning : Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and Cisco security technologies.Work closely with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless security operations.Required Qualifications : CCIE Service Provider Certification (Active) is mandatory.Strong expertise in Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD), Firepower Management Center (FMC), ASA, and Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW).Minimum 12+ years of experience in network security, with a focus on Cisco Firepower solutions.Minimum 8+ years of experience in network operations and support roles with hands-on experience in NX-OS and IOS-XE environments.In-depth knowledge of TCP / IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), VPNs, MPLS, and network segmentation.Experience with IDS / IPS technologies, SSL / TLS encryption, and threat intelligence.Preferred Qualifications : Expertise in network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (SPAN, NetFlow, SNMP, etc.).Familiarity with automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, etc.) for network operations.Experience working in a NOC environment supporting large-scale networks.Knowledge of cloud networking and SD-WAN technologies.