About the group:
Cognizant’s Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about accepting digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the constantly evolving needs of the digital era. Our broad approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to own the business in a secure environment.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Role: Network Systems Engineer
Location: Winston-Salem, NC
Mandatory skills: DNA Center · ISE · NAC · SolarWinds–ServiceNow
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Network Systems Engineer (Voice & DNA Center) is a specialized technical resource responsible for managing BAT's Cisco DNA Center environment and supporting the voice systems infrastructure. This role bridges systems-level engineering with voice platform administration to ensure consistent network operations across BAT's US locations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Cisco DNA Center Administration
• Validate and maintain property accounting within Cisco DNA Center for BAT's US network assets
• Manage and maintain Cisco NAC (Network Access Control) configurations for BAT's US network
• Administer Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine) policies and configurations
• Apply BAT-provided global standards and templates to BAT's US Network through DNA Center
• Monitor network health and compliance through DNA Center dashboards and analytics
Voice Systems Engineering
• Provide systems-level support for Cisco Call Manager and voice infrastructure configurations
• Support the technical engineering aspects of the planned Microsoft Teams voice migration
• Maintain and troubleshoot voicemail systems and associated integrations
• Assist in coordinating Cisco SmartNet support for EOL IP phones during the transition period
• Develop and document voice system migration records and configuration baselines
Network Monitoring & Tooling
• Implement and configure SolarWinds as a Network Monitoring Tool for US BAT Devices
• Integrate SolarWinds with BAT's ServiceNow ITSM platform for automated incident creation
• Monitor SolarWinds alerts and coordinate response with the appropriate BAT and AT&T teams
• Troubleshoot NTP-related issues in coordination with BAT's Qradar team
• Assist with troubleshooting NTP system issues at BAT's ROC and Plaza locations
Security & Compliance
• Support security audit activities and maintain remediation tracking documentation
• Ensure Cisco NAC and ISE policies remain aligned with BAT's security standards
• Work with BAT's Active Directory team to resolve DHCP-related issues and service disruptions
• Participate in security-related change management processes and documentation
Documentation & Reporting
• Produce network architecture documentation, configuration records, and technical diagrams upon request
• Contribute to weekly status reports with updates on DNA Center, voice systems, and monitoring tools
• Maintain infrastructure upgrade plans and implementation logs for all systems under this role's scope
• Document all material changes and communicate outcomes to the AT&T SPOC
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
• 5+ years of experience in enterprise network systems engineering
• Hands-on experience with Cisco DNA Center, Cisco ISE, and Cisco NAC
• Knowledge of Cisco Unified Communications and voice system administration
• Experience with SolarWinds NMS and ServiceNow ITSM integration
• Familiarity with Microsoft Teams voice services (Direct Routing preferred)
• Understanding of network security frameworks and access control policies
• CCNP Enterprise or CCNP Collaboration certification preferred
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.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Acerca de Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) es un creador de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que conecta la inversión en IA con el valor empresarial mediante el desarrollo de soluciones de IA full‑stack para sus clientes. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, junto con su experiencia en procesos e ingeniería, permite incorporar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan resultados tangibles y mantienen a las empresas a la vanguardia en un entorno en constante cambio. Más información en cognizant.ai o @cognizant.
Información adicional sobre el empleo
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