Network Specialist

Description

**What are we looking for?** This position will be responsible for implementing, supporting, and maintaining the corporate network infrastructure with a primary focus on Cisco technologies. The professional will support project deployments, network refresh cycles, and contribute to the stability, performance, and security of LAN, WAN, WLAN, NAC, and SD\-WAN environments across multiple sites. As a specialist, they will ensure high availability, execute configuration changes following best practices, and collaborate with incident and project teams to deliver reliable network services. **Key Responsibilities:** * Deployments and changes on MDF/IDF switches, WAN/SD\-WAN, and Wi\-Fi. * Execute network deployment activities across multiple industrial plants (Brazil and Argentina). * Support LAN, WAN, SD\-WAN, WLAN, and Data Center network components. * Validate network performance, implement upgrades, and support change windows. * Produce technical documentation (as\-built, topology updates, IPAM, configuration baselines). * Collaborate with delivery and security teams to ensure compliance and stability. **Requirements:** * Strong knowledge of Cisco enterprise networking technologies (Cisco Catalyst, Meraki, ISR/ASR, Wireless). * Proficiency in L2/L3 protocols: VLAN, STP, EtherChannel, HSRP/VRRP, OSPF, BGP. * Experience with Cisco SD\-WAN (vManage templates, policies, monitoring). * Experience with industrial switches IE2000 and 3000\. * Familiarity with Cisco Wireless (WLC, AP provisioning, RF basics). * Ability to perform packet captures and network troubleshooting using tools such as Wireshark. * Understanding of QoS, route redistribution, and corporate segmentation strategies. * Experience with NCM tools (configuration backup and compliance). * Knowledge of network security fundamentals (ACLs, firewall interactions, basic segmentation). * Knowledge of Forescout and ISE for implementation and management. * Intermediate automation knowledge (Ansible, Python, or pyATS) is desirable. * Ability to produce and follow detailed MOPs (Method of Procedure) for project deployments. * Certification: CCNA. * **Minimum Advanced English proficiency for conversations with global teams.** **Preferred Qualifications:** CCNP Enterprise certification. **Work Location: Hybrid model in Caçapava, Navegantes, Camanducaia, ABC Paulista, Lavras (MG), or Joinville** Why build your career at Meta? We offer autonomy, clear goals, and a dynamic, challenging environment where professionals have opportunities to engage with diverse technologies, participate in all types of projects, bring new ideas, and work from anywhere in Brazil—and why not, the world. Additionally, we are one of the best companies to work for in Brazil according to Great Place to Work, and one of the top 10 fastest-growing companies in the country for three consecutive years, per the Informática Hoje Yearbook. What are our values? * We are people serving people * We think and act like owners * We have a drive for performance * We grow and learn together * We pursue excellence and simplicity * Innovation and creativity are in our DNA All individuals are welcome regardless of their condition, disability, ethnicity, religious belief, sexual orientation, appearance, age, or similar attributes. We want you to grow with us in an inclusive, opportunity-rich environment. Do you identify with this? Then, \#VemSerMeta!