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Our client is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to ensure the stability and integrity of the network infrastructure and services. Assists with planning, designing, and developing local area network (LAN), metro area network (MAN), and wide area network (WAN) across the organization. Participates with the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communication links. This individual will analyze and resolve network hardware and software complex problems in a timely and accurate fashion utilizing advanced troubleshooting methods, techniques, and tools and will apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve systems issues.

Key Accountabilities:

Manage LAN/MAN/WAN, Firewall (VPN), Load Balancing Technology, Wireless Networking, and Cloud Networking
Document and maintain advanced troubleshooting techniques and capacity-planning methods on systems (e.g., diagrams, technical specifications, operating manuals)
Provide research and recommendation for continuous process improvement, including evaluating vendor proposals and reviews to ensure they are in line with procurement policies and procedures
Work on projects / systems / issues of medium-to-large complexity as a project team member
Perform the duties of the Sr. Network Engineer as required

Required Skills:

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science / Engineering, or equivalent.
7+ years of Data Network experience preferred
In-depth knowledge of Cisco switching and routing, F5 LTM / ASM, network security, and network management systems
CCNA, CCNP, Cisco Certified Network Associate, or equivalent hands-on and network design experience
F5-CSE
Strong technical and project skills
Ability to work with team in a fast-paced work environment
Ability to balance daily workload along with business and maintenance projects
Ability to work with Project Managers to ensure projects are completed successfully and on time
In-depth knowledge in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
Ability to solve complex problems and take a new perspective on existing solutions
Ability to listen to requirements and make recommendations based on knowledge of the environment and Networking knowledge
Good communication skills
Team player and individual contributor
Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
Ability to act as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
Able to provide off-hours support, including On-Call

Required Knowledge:

Extensive knowledge of installation, maintenance, and repair of network hardware and software
Extensive knowledge of LAN / WAN / wireless / VoIP HW / SW technology network infrastructure, design, topology, protocols, and operating procedures
Cisco Nexus switch technology (VPC, NXOS & FEX)
Cisco Catalyst switch technology (VSS, IOS including Universal, Layer 2/3 technologies, Stackwise)
Cisco ISR and ASR router technology (IOS including Universal, Layer 3 technologies, routing protocols)
Routing protocols (EIGRP, BGP, PBR, HSRP, VRRP, GLBP, and OSPF)
Cisco NFG firewall (VPN client [IPSEC /SSL], LAN-to-LAN)
Cisco wireless technology (LWAPP and autonomous), WCS, and/or Prime Wireless LAN Management
Application Load Balancer (LTM, ASM, iRules)
DNS / DHCP and IPAM technology
Other technology – Radius, TACACS, QoS, Packet Capturing and Analysis, Metro Ethernet and Dark Fiber services, understanding of Copper & Fiber cabling
Network monitoring Tools
Strong network troubleshooting skills

Additional Skills Preferred:

Cloud Experience – Google, Azure, AWS
Gigamon
VoIP knowledge
Multicasting knowledge
Optical network

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