CCNP Network Engineer

Job : CCNP Network Engineer

Location : Warren, MI

Duration : 18 Months

The CCNP Network Engineer will provide expert-level network engineering support for enterprise-wide network refresh activities. This is a local, onsite role based in Warren, MI, working five (5) days per week on an 18-month contract engagement. The engineer will be aligned to WWT workstreams and may support both centralized (enterprise/core) and distributed (site/manufacturing) network activities as directed.

LAN and WAN Network Support

Provide LAN and WAN network support for Get Healthy initiatives.

Maintain network stability and performance across enterprise and site-level environments.

Support network connectivity for corporate, core, and distributed manufacturing sites. Switch and Router Configuration

Perform switch and router configuration, remediation, and upgrade activities.

Implement network changes in alignment with enterprise standards and change management processes.

Validate configurations post-deployment to ensure accuracy and compliance. Site Readiness and Cutover Support

Assist with site readiness assessments and pre-cutover preparation activities.

Support cutover execution and post-cutover stabilization efforts.

Coordinate with site teams and WWT workstream leads to ensure smooth transitions. Enterprise and Site Network Standards Compliance

Support compliance with enterprise and site network standards across all refresh activities.

Document configurations, changes, and network topologies in accordance with WWT standards.

Participate in standards reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of network baselines. Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution

Troubleshoot and resolve network issues identified during refresh activities.

Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Escalate complex issues appropriately and provide timely status updates to stakeholders. Qualifications:

Active Cisco CCNP certification (Routing & Switching or Enterprise) required.

5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering.

Strong proficiency in LAN/WAN technologies, including switching, routing, and WAN protocols.

Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco routers and switches (IOS/IOS-XE).

Familiarity with enterprise network refresh and migration projects, including cutover planning.

Knowledge of enterprise network standards, change management, and documentation practices.

Experience supporting manufacturing or distributed site environments is a plus.

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve issues in fast-paced environments.

Excellent communication skills; ability to work collaboratively across teams and workstreams.

Must be available to work onsite in Warren, MI five (5) days per week for the duration of the engagement. Tools and Technologies:

Routing & Switching: Cisco IOS / IOS-XE, Catalyst series switches, Cisco ASR/ISR routers

Protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP/RSTP, VLAN, 802.1Q, HSRP/VRRP

WAN Technologies: MPLS, SD-WAN, DMVPN, IPsec VPN

Network Management: Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, SolarWinds, or equivalent

Wireless: Familiarity with Cisco wireless infrastructure (preferred)

Monitoring & Diagnostics: NetFlow, SNMP, Wireshark, or equivalent packet capture tools

Documentation: Visio, ServiceNow, or equivalent ITSM/change management platforms