Senior Network Engineer

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer (Onsite NJ)

Location: New Jersey

Job Type: Contract

Experience Level: 18 25 Years

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Engineer. This individual will play a key role in supporting and maintaining the organization's network infrastructure, with a focus on Cisco, Fortinet, F5, and wireless technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in network deployments, particularly for acquisitions, and be capable of independently managing firewall configurations and network setups.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, deployment, and support of LAN/WAN infrastructure.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco routers and switches, Fortinet firewalls, and F5 load balancers.
• Set up and manage wireless network infrastructure, including site surveys, AP placement, and controller configuration.
• Support network integration efforts related to company acquisitions, including setup from the ground up.
• Perform proactive network monitoring, tuning, and reporting.
• Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations and changes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to ensure reliable and secure network services.
• Provide escalation-level support for critical network incidents.

Strong hands-on expertise with:

• Cisco networking equipment (routers, switches, wireless)
• Fortinet firewalls (FortiGate, FortiManager)
• F5 load balancers (LTM, GTM)
• Enterprise wireless networking
• Proven experience deploying networks for mergers and acquisitions.
• Solid understanding of network security, firewall policies, and VPN technologies.
• Ability to work independently onsite and manage projects with minimal supervision.
• Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE) or Fortinet NSE certifications.
• Experience with SD-WAN technologies.
• Knowledge of cloud networking (AWS, Azure) is a plus.