Job Details
- Job Title: Senior Micro-Segmentation LAN Engineer
- Client: IT Services
- Working Location: Plano, TX
- Employment Type : Contract (W2)
- Visa Support: No
- Language: English
What will you do:
We are seeking an experienced Micro-Segmentation LAN Engineer to design, implement, and support secure enterprise network infrastructure. This role focuses on network segmentation, LAN architecture, and the deployment of reliable, scalable, and secure networking solutions.
- Design, implement, and maintain secure LAN infrastructure with a focus on network micro-segmentation and access control.
- Lead the deployment, configuration, and ongoing support of enterprise network segmentation solutions.
- Implement and manage network technologies, including VLANs, routing, switching, firewalls, and wireless networks.
- Configure and support Cisco networking technologies such as Cisco IOS, Cisco ACI, and Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center).
- Collaborate with network engineering, cybersecurity, IT operations, and business teams to deliver secure and reliable network solutions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex network connectivity, performance, and security issues.
- Support high-availability network architectures, redundancy, and network monitoring solutions.
- Participate in network infrastructure projects, system upgrades, maintenance activities, and deployment cutovers.
- Develop and maintain network documentation, technical standards, and implementation procedures.
- Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to IT operations and support teams.
- Work with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure successful network implementation and issue resolution.
- Evaluate emerging networking and security technologies to improve network performance, reliability, and security.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 10+ years of professional experience in network engineering, enterprise networking, or related infrastructure roles.
- Strong knowledge of enterprise LAN/WAN architecture, network segmentation, and secure network design.
- Hands-on experience implementing and configuring Cisco IOS, Cisco ACI, and Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center).
- Experience designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise wireless networks.
- Strong understanding of VLANs, routing, switching, network access controls, and redundancy.
- Experience implementing and troubleshooting network infrastructure in high-availability environments.
- Familiarity with firewalls, network security technologies, and policy-based network segmentation.
- Experience supporting network deployments, upgrades, maintenance windows, and operational activities.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to provide technical guidance, training, and mentoring to IT support teams.
- Experience with Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA) and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) is a plus.
- Familiarity with WAN technologies, Infoblox, private cellular networks, or similar networking solutions is preferred.
- Experience with ServiceNow and network monitoring tools is a plus.
- Experience developing network standards, technical documentation, and deployment procedures is preferred.
- Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CISSP, or equivalent networking/security credentials are a plus.
No C2C: We do not accept Corp-to-Corp (C2C) arrangements for this position.