The DOR 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 Provide any skills/experience that would be helpful for the candidate to possess but not required. Examples: Previous supervisory experience, WebLogic experience helpful, etc. • 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 — Karan Kumar | LinkedIn Sr. Recruiter DevBytes Inc. 📧 karan@devbytes.com 📞 +1(972)-968-8268 Related