Job Openings Senior Network Engineer

About the job Senior Network Engineer

Contract position

Minimum requirements:

    • In-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g. BGP, OSPF)
    • Industry-related experience as a Senior Network Engineer or Network Administrator
    • Professional certification (e.g. CCNP, CCDP, CCIE)
    • Solid background in network administration and architecture
    • Familiarity with access control models and network security
    • Knowledge of coding languages for scripting (e.g Python)
    • Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis tools
    • Solid understanding of Cisco network operating systems and products (Cisco IOS, Cisco NXOS, Cisco AirOS, Cisco ASA, Cisco FirePower)
    • Sharp troubleshooting skills
    • Ability to work independently
    • Organizational and mentoring skills

    Responsibilities:

    • Operates the company's internal data communications systems.
    • Plans, designs, and implements local and wide-area network solutions between multiple platforms and protocols (including IP and VOIP).
    • Supports/troubleshoots network issues and coordinates with vendors for installation of such items as routers and switches. 
    • Works on project implementation.
    • Provides training and assists with proposal writing. 
    • Conducts project planning, cost analysis, and vendor comparisons.
    • Develop /Maintain /troubleshoot and optimize the network for users and suppliers.
    • Requires excellent problem-solving skills and thorough knowledge of network administration, architecture, security and data protection.
    • Design and deploy functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN)
    • Configure and install switches, routers, wifi ap's and other network devices (load balancers)
    • Configure and troubleshoot security devices (ASA, Firepower, ISE)
    • Monitor network performance and integrity
    • Troubleshooting network/application issues
    • Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness
    • Mentor team members on technical issues
    • Maintain complete technical documentation
    • Suggest improvements to network performance, capacity and scalability
    • Knowledge of open-source a plus