Network Architect

Stellerx IT Solutions; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions firm located in Santa Clara, CA, is seeking a networking professional with robust Cisco expertise. You will design and implement firewall rules, manage Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), and provide critical Level 2/3 support. This role demands strong troubleshooting and communication abilities, along with thorough knowledge of network protocols. Candidates must be able to perform onsite duties due to the hands-on nature of the work.

Qualifications

• Enterprise routing/switching experience, particularly with Cisco hardware.
• Proficient in troubleshooting network hardware and firewall issues.
• Knowledge of network protocols, including RADIUS, DNS, and DHCP.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Cisco firewall rules for network protection.
• Deploy and manage Cisco ISE for enforcing security policies.
• Provide Level 2/3 support and troubleshoot network issues.

Skills

Enterprise Routing/switching experience

Strong troubleshooting abilities

Documentation skills

Verbal/written communication

Tools

Cisco

Blue Coat

Infoblox

F5 Load Balancer

Palo Alto

Cisco ASA

Job description

• Enterprise Routing/switching experience (L2/L3), including maintaining and troubleshooting network hardware, firewall, routing and switching (Cisco Only Needed -MUST).
• Knowledge of network protocols and applications including RADIUS, SNMP, SYSLOG, TACACS, DNS, DHCP, IPSec, NAT, ACLs.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and verbal/written communication abilities.
• Technology Stack : Proxies ( Blue Coat) / Cisco ISE / Infoblox /Load Balancer (F5) /Palo Alto / Cisco ASA
• Configuring and installing various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN)
• Provide Level 2/3 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues
• Deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11)

We need the resource to be Onsite as there is an significant amount of Onsite work (Physical work) Involved.

1. Cisco Firewall Implementation and Management

• Design, implement, and maintain Cisco firewall rules to protect enterprise network infrastructure.
• Configure and optimize firewall policies to ensure secure and efficient traffic flow.
• Monitor firewall performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and reliability.
• Conduct regular firewall rule audits to identify and remediate potential security vulnerabilities.
• Implement advanced security features such as VPN, NAT, and IDS/IPS on Cisco firewalls.

Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Implementation

• Deploy, configure, and manage Cisco ISE to enforce security policies across the network.
• Integrate Cisco ISE with other network devices and services for centralized authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA).
• Implement and manage network access control (NAC) policies using Cisco ISE.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Cisco ISE deployment and operation.
• Stay updated with the latest Cisco ISE features and enhancements to leverage new capabilities.