Cisco Meraki Network Engineer (ID:4075)
Key Skills
Job Description
- Act as an L3 escalation point for complex network and security incidents involving Meraki MX, MS, and MR.
- Manage and troubleshoot Meraki SD-WAN, switching, wireless, VPN, firewall, and security environments.
- Design and implement scalable network architectures, including HA, VLAN segmentation, IP addressing, and zero-touch provisioning.
- Configure and optimize SD-WAN connectivity, including MPLS, broadband, and LTE integrations.
- Perform deep packet analysis, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis (RCA) for P1/P2 incidents.
- Configure and maintain IDS/IPS, content filtering, AMP, NAT, and Layer 7 firewall policies.
- Monitor network performance and support proactive alerting, automation, and capacity reporting.
- Maintain network documentation, SOPs, RCA reports, and operational runbooks while following ITIL processes.
- Collaborate with Cloud, Security, Application teams, Cisco TAC, and ISPs, and mentor L1/L2 engineers.
- 6–8 years of overall professional experience in network engineering, with strong L3 support experience.
- Mandatory hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki MX, MS, and MR.
- Strong knowledge of Meraki Dashboard, SD-WAN, VPN, switching, and wireless networking.
- Experience with BGP, OSPF, static routing, VLANs, STP, trunking, and IP addressing.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, firewall, NAT, and network security.
- Experience with IPsec, Client VPN, IDS/IPS, content filtering, and Layer 7 security policies.
- Experience with Wireshark/tcpdump and network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds or PRTG.
- Basic scripting knowledge in Python, PowerShell, or Meraki APIs.
- Diagnose and resolve complex network and security issues independently.
- Perform packet analysis and identify the root cause of network performance and connectivity problems.
- Design and optimize Meraki SD-WAN and enterprise network architectures.
- Handle critical P1/P2 incidents and lead technical resolution bridges.
- Implement network security controls and recommend remediation for identified vulnerabilities.
- Automate network administration tasks using APIs and scripting where appropriate.
- Opportunity to work on enterprise Cisco Meraki network and security environments.
- Exposure to SD-WAN, cloud migration, network transformation, security, automation, and wireless technologies.
- Opportunities to work with modern network monitoring and automation tools.
- A collaborative environment involving network, cloud, security, application, and vendor teams.
Core Responsibilities
You will act as an L3 escalation point for complex network and security incidents while designing and implementing scalable Meraki-based architectures. Additionally, you will perform root cause analysis, manage SD-WAN connectivity, and mentor junior engineering staff.
Requirements
The role requires 6-8 years of professional network engineering experience with mandatory hands-on expertise in Cisco Meraki MX, MS, and MR platforms. Candidates must possess strong knowledge of routing protocols, network security, and basic scripting skills in Python or PowerShell.
About STAFIDE
Industry: Staffing and Recruiting
Company size: 11-50 employees
Headquartered in the Netherlands, STAFIDE specializes in Niche Tech Recruitment across Europe, connecting top talent with outstanding opportunities in the IT sector. Our data-driven recruitment model ensures the ideal match between candidates and employers, enhancing both skill alignment and cultural fit. With a strong focus on Skill-Based Hiring, we provide candidates with an in-depth understanding of the organization—whether for permanent positions or temporary assignments (interim opdrachten) like secondment (detachering)—strengthening employer branding for our clients as a recruitment company (uitzendbureau). In today’s fast-evolving tech landscape, we recognize the unique challenges companies face in sourcing highly skilled talent. Our advanced, AI-driven talent intelligence system (ATS) is specifically designed to prioritize Skill-Based Hiring for niche IT roles, empowering organizations to address talent shortages by identifying professionals with the expertise to drive innovation and growth. Whether you’re a company in search of exceptional talent or a professional seeking your next ICT role, STAFIDE is your strategic recruitment (werving en selectie) partner. Our deep expertise in the Dutch market, combined with a steadfast commitment to excellence, makes us the preferred choice for all your recruitment needs.