Network Engineer 1

ODRC 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.

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.

Job Requirements

Education:

Preferred Education: 4-year college degree

Years of Relevant Experience: 10 plus years

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)