Network Engineer-NE1

Job Description

IDEALFORCE has a CONTRACT position available immediately for a Network Engineer-NE1 to join our customer in Columbus, OH. This is an Remote position. Please find below additional details about this job. Hiring Manager would like to have all qualified candidates interview face to face. Only LOCAL CANDIDATES are considered for this role.

Complete Description:

Client expects the network engineer to be extremely well rounded in

·Providing an expertise in Cisco Meraki-based technologies

·Understanding of Meraki RSTP

·Understanding of Meraki switch setup

·Understanding of Meraki & Catalyst setup

·Meraki models: MS350-48FP, MS120-8FP, MS425-16, MS425-32

·Demonstrating knowledge working with networking protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, IPSEC, TCP/IP, and MPLS).

Leading the design and architecture of Next Generation Firewall solutions tailored to meet the organization's security and business requirements.

·Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into effective firewall configurations.

·Implementing and deploying NGFW solutions based on industry’s best practices in the industry, ensuring high levels of security, availability, and performance.

Reviewing and updating firewall policies to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities.

·Designing, configuring, and maintaining IPSEC VPN tunnels to establish secure communication channels between remote offices, third-party partners, and cloud environments.

Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to VPN connectivity and performance.

·Implementing Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) to enhance network segmentation and isolation.

·Configuring and managing Border Gate-way Protocol (BGP) to facilitate efficient and scalable routing within the organization's network infrastructure.

· Collaborating with IT teams, security analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of NGFW solutions.Education:

Preferred Education: 4-year college degree

Years of Relevant Experience: 10 plus years

Key Skills: MS350-48FP, MS120-8FP, MS425-16, MS425-32, FTD Firewalls (FTD on ASA5525-x, FTD on firepower 2130, firewall 3120 Threat defense, firepower 1120 with FTD, firewall 3110 Threat defense), ANS Cloud Firewalls. Very knowledgeable of managing Cisco Meraki switches is a plus.

Technologies: Oversees activities & stays abreast of network technologies such as Cisco Firepower, Cisco Meraki Fiber & access switches (MS425-32, MS425-16, MS350-48FB, MS120-8FB), Cisco Routers (4500X Layer 3 Switch, 2901, 8200) FTD Firewalls (FTD on ASA5525-x, FTD on firepower 2130, firewall 3120 Threat defense, firepower 1120 with FTD, firewall 3110 Threat defense), ANS Cloud Firewalls, IPSecV2 & GRE Tunnel configurations, remote access (VPN) configuration, & management, Aruba wireless networking technologies (Aruba central), Aruba controller-based enterprise Wi-Fi platforms including cloud-based & on-premises wireless controllers & cloud proxy & reverse-proxy technologies.

Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations, processes, and procedures.

Skill Required / Desired/ Amount of Experience

Education: college degree-Required 4 Years

Expertise in Cisco Meraki-based technologies, Meraki RSTP, Meraki switch setup and Meraki & Catalyst setup-Required 10 Years

Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into effective firewall configurations- Required 10 Years

Designing, configuring, and maintaining IPSEC VPN tunnels to establish secure communication channels between remote offices, third-party partners, and-Required 10 Years

Configuring and managing Border Gate-way Protocol (BGP) to facilitate efficient and scalable routing within the organization's network infrastructure-Required 10 Years

Demonstrating knowledge working with networking protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, IPSEC, TCP/IP, and MPLS)-Highly desired

Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations, processes, and procedures.-Highly desired

Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to VPN connectivity and performance-Highly desired

Collaborating with cross-functional teams-Highly desired

THIRD PARTY CANDIDATES:

Email your candidate/s resume to jb dot resumes at idealforce.com along with the following details: Rate, Current location and Availability.

Disclaimer :

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Fully remote