Project Manager (Cisco SDA/TrustSec)

Project Manager – Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA) / Cisco TrustSecPay Range: $75/hour to $80/hour Job SummaryWe are seeking a seasoned IT Infrastructure Project Manager to support the continued deployment of an enterprise-wide Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA) and Cisco TrustSec environment. This role will work closely with the primary Project Manager, who has already led the conversion of more than 50% of the enterprise network.The successful candidate will help drive the consistent replication of the established deployment model across remaining sites. The role requires strong project management experience, enterprise infrastructure knowledge, and the ability to coordinate complex site readiness, deployment, cutover, validation, and issue-resolution activities.This is a project management role. The candidate does not need to configure Cisco technologies but must understand the relevant concepts, dependencies, deployment workflows, and operational processes well enough to effectively manage technical teams and stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with the primary Project Manager to manage the continued rollout of Cisco SDA and TrustSec across enterprise network sites.Replicate and consistently execute the existing deployment template and standardized implementation approach.Assess and confirm site readiness before scheduling deployments and cutovers.Track and manage project prerequisites, including: Network hardware availabilityCabling readinessIP addressingSoftware and licensing requirementsCisco ISE readinessSite-specific technical dependenciesCoordinate deployment schedules, cutovers, rollback plans, and post-implementation validation.Manage exceptions to the standard design and coordinate appropriate resolution paths.Coordinate with local site contacts, network engineering teams, security teams, infrastructure teams, vendors, and other stakeholders.Monitor project progress, risks, issues, dependencies, and changes.Track and report key performance indicators, including: Sites completed versus plannedOpen issues by severityChange success rateRollback rateOutstanding dependenciesBudget varianceSchedule varianceSupport validation and acceptance testing activities.Maintain project documentation, status reports, RAID logs, schedules, and executive-level reporting.Identify risks and blockers early and drive them toward resolution.Help ensure deployments are completed consistently, on schedule, and in accordance with the established technical design and governance processes.Required Qualifications5–10+ years of experience managing IT infrastructure or enterprise technology projects.Proven experience managing complex infrastructure deployments, network refreshes, or large-scale technology transformation programs.Experience with one or more of the following: Enterprise network refreshesCisco Software-Defined Access (SDA)Cisco TrustSecSD-WANNetwork Access Control (NAC)Data center migrationsEnterprise network transformation programsStrong understanding of project planning, scheduling, risk management, issue management, dependency tracking, change management, and stakeholder coordination.Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders, site contacts, and executive leadership.Experience with executive reporting and project status communication.Ability to manage multiple sites, workstreams, dependencies, and competing priorities in a complex enterprise environment.Preferred Technical KnowledgeThe ideal candidate should have a conceptual understanding of the following technologies and processes:Cisco Catalyst Center, formerly known as Cisco DNA CenterCisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)802.1X authenticationCisco TrustSec Security Group Tags (SGTs)Virtual Networks (VNs)SDA Fabric Edge NodesSDA Border NodesSDA Control NodesSite onboarding workflowsNetwork deployment and cutover processesRollback planning and executionValidation and acceptance testing