Location: Dearborn, Michigan
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.
Cognizant is seeking a Network engineer- SDWAN focusing on design deployment and optimization of PaloAlto Prisma, SDWAN and Cisco Catalyst and SDWAN Viptela solutions to deliver secure resilient, high performing enterprise connectivity and collaborate with cross functional teams to align with business outcomes.
About Cognizant’s CIS Practice:
Cognizant’s CIS (Cognizant Infrastructure Services) Practice is a global leader in providing IT infrastructure services. We deliver innovative solutions to optimize and transform IT infrastructure, ensuring business agility and operational efficiency. Our services include cloud computing, data center management, network services, and cybersecurity. We focus on understanding client needs and delivering customized solutions to drive business success.
In this role, you will:
Lead the design and implementation of EMEA WAN Network requirements including Circuit migration, Cisco SD-WAN and Palo Alto Prisma Access SSE solutions.
Develop HLD and deployment plans and creating the change for the Activity, post coordinating with the various stakeholders.
Ensuring the devices are upgraded to the latest recommended version and the Data are maintained properly in all the database and tools.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to Network standard is maintained and Business is not impacted.
Coordinate with service providers for Quotes, circuit Renewal, Circuit delivery, Circuit upgradation, SLA claim
What you’ll need to succeed (required skills):
Minimum 6-10 years of hands-on experience with network security principles, VPNs, QoS, and experience in coordinating with the service provider for various issues throughout the life cycle of the circuit.
Strong Design expertise in WAN, Cisco SD-WAN Viptela (vSmart, vBond, vManage, vEdge) and IPsec.
Proven ability to design, deploy, and troubleshoot large-scale WAN solutions with strong communication skills
Good understanding of Prisma Access SSE or Hands-on experience in any SSE products and advanced knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, route-maps, ACLs).
- Should have a valid CCNP Enterprise certification
- Good to have any SASE or SSE certification
At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways! We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you an outstanding applicant and help us see how you'd be helpful to this role.
Applications will be accepted until June 8th, 2026.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Über uns
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) ist ein Anbieter von KI-gestützten Lösungen und Technologiedienstleistungen. Wir schlagen die Brücke zwischen KI‑Investitionen und messbarem Unternehmenswert, indem wir Full‑Stack‑KI‑Lösungen für unsere Kunden entwickeln. Unsere tiefgehende Branchen‑, Prozess‑ und Engineering‑Expertise ermöglicht es uns, den individuellen Kontext einer Organisation in Technologiesysteme zu integrieren, die menschliches Potenzial verstärken, greifbare Ergebnisse erzielen und globale Unternehmen in einer sich schnell verändernden Welt an der Spitze halten. Mehr erfahren Sie unter www.cognizant.com oder auf @cognizant.
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