Network Engineer

Veriipro; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Veriipro is seeking an experienced Network Engineer in Sparks, Nevada to design and support enterprise network infrastructure. The role includes administering Cisco SDA, Palo Alto firewalls, and enterprise wireless networks while troubleshooting complex network issues across LAN, WAN, and security domains.

Successful candidates will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and will mentor junior engineers. Familiarity with VPNs and Infoblox DDI is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with Cisco SDA including DNA Center and ISE integration.
• Proficient in Cisco ACI and Palo Alto Firewalls management.
• Strong understanding of enterprise wireless networks and VPNs.

Responsibilities

• Administer and troubleshoot Cisco SDA and Cisco ACI.
• Manage Palo Alto Firewalls and optimize enterprise wireless networks.
• Lead Level 3 troubleshooting and support junior network engineers.

Skills

Cisco SDA

Cisco ACI

Palo Alto Firewalls

Enterprise Wireless

Infoblox DDI

Networking Fundamentals

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure. The role involves hands‑on administration of Cisco SDA/ACI, Palo Alto firewalls, enterprise wireless networks, VPNs, and Infoblox DDI, while troubleshooting complex network issues across LAN, WAN, DC, and security domains.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and troubleshoot Cisco SDA (DNA Center, ISE integration, fabric onboarding) and Cisco ACI (APIC, policy model, EPGs, contracts, fabric health).

• Manage Palo Alto Firewalls, including security policies, NAT, IPSec VPNs, remote access, Panorama, and threat prevention.

• Design, deploy, and troubleshoot enterprise wireless networks (Cisco, Aruba, or equivalent), optimizing RF, roaming, and high‑density environments.

• Configure and troubleshoot IPSec VPNs, including multi‑vendor interoperability.

• Administer Infoblox DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM), grid management, failover, and automation integration.

• Lead Level 3 troubleshooting and P1 incident resolution with real‑time packet captures (Wireshark) and cross‑domain coordination.

• Support and mentor Level 1 and Level 2 network resources.

• Manage network hardware, software upgrades, and maintain documentation.

• Analyze complex network issues, propose solutions, and implement improvements to reduce resolution times.

Required Technical Skills

• Cisco SDA: DNA Center, ISE integration, fabric edge/control nodes, policy troubleshooting.

• Cisco ACI: APIC, EPGs, contracts, L2/L3 connectivity, fabric health monitoring.

• Palo Alto Firewalls: PAN‑OS, Panorama, IPSec VPN, NAT, security policies.

• Enterprise Wireless: WLAN design, RF optimization, troubleshooting.

• VPN: IPSec site‑to‑site, remote access, multi‑vendor environments.

• Infoblox: DNS, DHCP, IPAM, Grid Master, HA/failover.

• Networking Fundamentals: TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, QoS, multicast.

Key Competencies

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication, able to simplify complex technical issues.

• Ability to work independently and in high‑pressure environments.

• Strong time management, multitasking, and attention to detail.

• Team leadership and mentoring skills for junior network engineers.