Sr. Network Engineer

TechDigital Group; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TechDigital Group is seeking a highly experienced network engineer in Beachwood, Ohio. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in network support and engineering with expert-level knowledge of Cisco and Fortinet technologies.

This role involves designing secure network solutions, managing Microsoft Azure connections, and administering firewalls. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential. Relevant certifications such as CCNP and NSE 4-8 are required.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of hands-on experience in network support and engineering.
• Relevant certifications: CCNP(Cisco), NSE 4-8 (Fortinet).
• Highly proficient in English.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy enterprise-grade Cisco routing/switching and SD-WAN solutions.
• Administer secure network connections in Microsoft Azure.
• Expert-level administration of Fortinet, Cisco ASA/Firepower firewalls.
• Act as the top-tier escalation point for complex network outages.
• Monitor network performance for compliance with security standards.

Skills

Cisco & Fortinet hardware and protocols

Viptela & Fortinet SD-WAN

Cisco/Fortinet wireless architectures

VPN technologies

Microsoft Azure Virtual Networking

problem-solving

documentation

communication skills

CCNP (Cisco)

NSE 4-8 (Fortinet)

Job description

Top Skills

1. Deep knowledge of Cisco & Fortinet/FortiGate hardware and protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS).
2. Extensive experience with Viptela & Fortinet SD-WAN and Cisco/Fortinet wireless architectures.
3. Proficient in Fortinet (NSE 4-8), Palo Alto (PCNSE), and Cisco ASA/Firepower, including VPN technologies.
4. Proven experience in Microsoft Azure Virtual Networking.
5. Excellent problem‑solving, documentation, and communication skills for stakeholder collaboration.
6. Relevant certifications: CCNP(Cisco), NSE 4-8 (Fortinet).

Key Responsibilities

• 12+ years of hands‑on experience in network support and engineering.
• Design, configure, and deploy comprehensive enterprise‑grade Cisco routing/switching, SD‑WAN (Viptela/Fortinet), and wireless solutions.
• Administer and manage secure network connections in Microsoft Azure, including VNet peering, VPN gateways, and ExpressRoute.
• Expert‑level administration of Fortinet FortiGate, Cisco ASA/Firepower, and Palo Alto firewalls, including policy management, NAT, and threat prevention.
• Manage and troubleshoot Cisco/Meraki and Fortinet network devices, including routers, switches, and wireless access points.
• Act as the top‑tier escalation point for complex network outages, utilizing tools like Wireshark and NetFlow to resolve BGP/OSPF/VPN issues.
• Monitor network performance, capacity planning, and ensure compliance with security standards (PCI, HIPAA).
• Oversee WAN and LAN infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity and performance.
• Implement and support wireless network solutions, ensuring robust and secure wireless access.
• Perform network troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support network‑related projects and initiatives.
• Monitor network performance and security, implementing improvements as needed.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of up‑to‑date network diagrams, network configurations, inventory (IPAM), processes, and procedures.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure the network infrastructure remains cutting‑edge.
• Highly proficient with English spoken and written skills.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) or automation (Python, Ansible).