Job Title: Network Engineer (Cisco/Meraki – Store Network Lifecycle)

Job Location: Hybrid-Halifax, NS, Canada

** Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future**

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Network Engineer to support store network lifecycle activities. This role focuses on managing and maintaining Cisco Meraki-based network environments, including device lifecycle tracking, configuration validation, and operational reporting. The ideal candidate brings foundational expertise in cloud-managed networking, demonstrates strong collaboration and communication skills, and can effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting.

In this role, you will

- Track and report on inventory KPIs related to network devices and lifecycle status
- Monitor inventory levels and lifecycle stages of network hardware across store environments
- Create, maintain, and update documentation related to network configurations, updates, and changes
- Act as an escalation point for troubleshooting anomalies and identifying network-related issues
- Validate and verify configurations of newly deployed Cisco Meraki devices
- Ensure proper decommissioning and removal of lifecycle-completed devices from the Meraki Dashboard
- Provide detailed and structured progress reports on network lifecycle activities to stakeholders
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, and business stakeholders

What you’ll need to succeed (required skills)

- 7+ years of networking experience with a strong focus on Cisco/Meraki environments
- Hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki networking technologies, including:
- MX (Security & SD-WAN appliances)
- MS (Switches)
- MR (Wireless access points)
- Strong understanding of cloud-managed networking concepts and architectures
- Familiarity with Meraki Dashboard, including navigation, monitoring, and configuration capabilities
- Knowledge of Meraki profiles, templates,



and deployment practices
- Understanding of network lifecycle management processes
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within timelines

Preferred Skills

- Understanding of project management concepts and lifecycle delivery models
- Exposure to POS systems, retail back-office environments, and store connectivity dependencies
- Experience working in large-scale distributed retail or enterprise network environments
- Familiarity with IT documentation standards and reporting practices

Benefits:

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave

Work model:

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

We’re excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways.

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.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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