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Network Engineer
Location: Oaks, PA (Hybrid Tues, Wed, Thurs) Need Only Locals
Length: 6 Month Contract to Hire
MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS:
- Python, Bash or PowerShell scripting skills
- Firewalls
- Routing
- Networking
What you will do:
Work with a hybrid on-/off-shore team of network professionals supplemented by multiple vendors technical support staffs to operate a global network including connectivity to multiple public and private cloud providers, dozens of corporate and partner offices, as well as hundreds of client locations
Provide Level 2 support to allow for maximum network availability on a 24/7 basis
Identify the need, evaluate, recommend, deploy and use network monitoring and management tools across a global network with over two hundred locations
Work with network architects to develop, design and implement network infrastructure changes and lifecycle updates
Work in a multi-vendor network environment to ensure secure and reliable operations for all stakeholders.
Create and update network documentation
Perform and publish root cause analysis when incidents or outages occur to improve system availability
Respond to requests clarifying network and security topology and support development and operations teams in delivering robust secure solutions
Coordinate projects and troubleshoot issues with development teams and customer network teams
Stay current with networking and security best practices, standards and emerging technologies to better serve internal and external customers
What we need from you:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or related field
Expertise in network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS)
Strong understanding of network security concepts and best practices
Experience with network devices from major vendors (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto Networks)
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proven experience in network automation using scripting languages (Python, Bash) and automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
Any Network certifications (CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP)
Experience with cloud networking and automation
Knowledge of network monitoring and analytics tools
Familiarity with DevOps principles and practices
What we would like from you:
Excellent customer service and client management skills
Excellent problem solving skills
Excellent organizational and analytical skills
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
Must be willing to work effectively independently, as well as in a team environment
Effective time management skills with respect to deadlines, priority changes, and interruptions.
Must be available for on call support of level 2+ issues.