Senior Network Engineer

Hadiamondstar Software Solutions LLC; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to install, manage, and optimize network devices and security architecture. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years in networking, experience with Cisco systems, and knowledge of cloud technologies. This is a contract position based in Washington, DC with hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Enterprise Networking.
• 2+ years of experience with Cloud PaaS and/or IaaS (Azure).
• Strong understanding of Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) administration.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain scalable network devices.
• Design and implement secure network access solutions.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot complex issues.

Skills

Cloud PaaS

Cloud IaaS

Cisco ISE

TCP/IP

BGP

OSPF

MPLS

VPN

Advanced troubleshooting

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or similar field

Tools

Cisco routers

Cisco switches

Cisco Firepower Threat Defense

F5 BIG-IP LTM

Azure

Job description

SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER

Location: Washington, DC, United States Hybrid

Clearance Level: Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Description

• Install, configure, and maintain scalable network devices such as Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Design and implement secure network access solutions and manage security policy using Cisco ISE to meet organizational requirements.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot complex issues to ensure system availability and reliability.
• Collaborate and partner with other IT platform teams to support and optimize network operations and engineering.
• Implement and manage network security architecture including network security patching and upgrades, security baselines, compliance, and hardware and software maintenance.
• Provide level 2/3 escalation support and troubleshooting to resolve ServiceNow incidents and tasks.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, networking administration, information technology, or a similar field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in Enterprise Networking.
• 2+ years of experience with Cloud PaaS and/or IaaS (Azure).
• Strong understanding of Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) administration.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols such as TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPN.
• Routing Platforms – Cisco ISR, ASR, CSR.
• Switching Platforms – Cisco Catalyst & Nexus.
• Knowledge of Network Security, VPN, ACL, DMVPN, IPSEC, NAC, MAB, DOT1X, and Encryption Standards.
• Security Platforms – Cisco Firepower Threat Defense, ASA, Secure Firewall Management Center.
• Knowledge of Azure Cloud Networking, Fundamentals, and Security best practices: Public (Azure) and Private (Kubernetes) Cloud Technologies.
• Knowledge of Azure architectural principles and key networking services such as MS Azure VNET, VNET-Peering, Private Link, vWAN, Express Route, Firewall, Load Balancer.
• Knowledge of F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM).
• Advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to identify, deploy, and manage complex networking systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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