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Senior Network WAN Architect
Ascension. Direct the end-to-end strategy, global design, and platform optimization for enterprise SD-WAN ecosystems using Cisco Meraki and Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN (Viptela) .
Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • Missouri • United StatesSenior💰 $139,452 - $259,183 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in directing SD-WAN strategy and architecture, with a focus on Cisco Meraki and Cisco Catalyst technologies. Proven ability to lead migrations, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to optimize enterprise network performance.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Cisco Meraki SD-WANCisco Catalyst SD-WAN (Viptela)BGP RoutingOSPF RoutingCisco CCNP Enterprise
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Hard Skills
SD-WAN Architecture DesignTraffic EngineeringRoot-Cause AnalysisEnterprise Migration LeadershipScalable Routing Architectures
Soft Skills
MentoringCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Cisco SD-WANCisco CatalystCisco Meraki
Certifications & Qualifications
Cisco CCNP EnterpriseCCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure)Cisco SD-WAN Specialist
Industry Keywords
Enterprise NetworkingInfrastructure OptimizationCloud IntegrationSecurity CollaborationEmerging Technologies Evaluation
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCloud
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Direct the end-to-end strategy, global design, and platform optimization for enterprise SD-WAN ecosystems using Cisco Meraki and Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN (Viptela)
- Design scalable routing architectures using BGP and OSPF
- Ensure availability, segmentation, performance, and traffic engineering across distributed infrastructure
- Lead enterprise migrations from traditional WAN to SD-WAN
- Partner across cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to solve complex technical challenges
- Define architecture standards
- Provide root-cause analysis for complex issues
- Mentor senior engineers
- Evaluate emerging technologies
Requirements
What you’ll need- High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, including 2 years in leadership/management, OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, including 2 years in leadership/management
- Advanced Cisco Enterprise Credentials: Cisco CCNP Enterprise (or equivalent legacy certifications) and CCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure or equivalent)
- Cisco SD-WAN Specialist and concentration certifications are preferred
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Employer-matched 403(b)
- Planning and hardship resources
- Disability and life insurance
- Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ongoing professional development and online learning
- Employee Assistance Program
- Counseling and peer support
- Spiritual care and stress management resources
- Parental leave
- Adoption assistance and family benefits
- Optional legal and pet insurance
- Transportation savings