Network Engineer
Job Title: Network Engineer
Employment Type: W2 Contract
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer to design, implement, manage, and support network infrastructure across our enterprise. The role involves maintaining high network availability, ensuring security, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business operations.
Responsibilities:
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Design, configure, and maintain LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN networks.
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Install, configure, and support network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers).
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Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure maximum uptime.
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Implement and enforce network security measures, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and access controls.
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Conduct regular network capacity planning, optimization, and upgrades.
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Collaborate with system administrators, security teams, and application teams for seamless operations.
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Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and configuration standards.
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Provide technical support for escalated network issues and assist in root cause analysis.
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Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
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Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
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12 years of experience in network engineering or administration.
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Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and routing/switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
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Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or similar networking equipment.
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Proficiency in firewall configuration (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Fortinet, etc.).
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Familiarity with network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Nagios, Wireshark, etc.).
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Good understanding of network security principles.
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Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network , or JNCIP.
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Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
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Knowledge of VoIP, SD-WAN, or network automation tools (Python, Ansible).