Network Engineer

Network Engineer

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Network Engineer for an opportunity in Houston, TX!

Position Title: Network Engineer

Location: Houston, TX

Anticipated Start Date: 06/23

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12+ months contract + Renewable

Job Type: [FULL TIME (>=40 HRS WEEKLY) [CONTRACT], [ONSITE]

Pay Range: $65 - $67/hr only on W2

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Responsibilities:
5+ years Juniper experience is MANDATORY.
* Advanced knowledge of and experience with networking technologies, concepts, Protocols. Including but not limited to TCP/IP, routing, switching, IPAM, DNS, DDNS, DHCP, F5 GTM / LTM, SSH, VPN, Internet Proxy, IPS, IDS, IP routing protocols including RIP, BGP, OSPF, IP Multicast, MPLS.
* Experience with Routing,* Advanced knowledge of and experience with networking and network protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, Routing protocols ( BGP/OSPF) , L2 VPN , EVPN and MPLS /L3 VPN .
* Strong knowledge of Wi-Fi protocols including all standards of 802:11a/b/g/N/A.c and supporting protocols including DNS, DHCP, RADIUS, TCP/IP, UDP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, VPN, ACL's, LDAP etc
* Experience managing Datacenter technologies with Juniper switches and routers.
* Experience with SDN, SD-WAN products and services ( Silverpeak , Aruba) , Working knowledge of structured cabling systems and network facilities.
* IPv4 and IPv6 experience is must and Strong understanding of network infrastructure, IP addressing, IP traffic management
* Knowledge, skills and experience with Aruba routing, switching, and wireless hardware, software and protocols including Aruba Mobility Controllers, Aruba Instant Aps, Aruba Central, Aruba Activate, Security, Aruba ClearPass
* Design, configure, deploy, and optimize Aruba Clearpass and Wireless solutions for various network scenarios and requirements.
* Creates or edits for recommendation and approval IT artifacts, including, but not limited to, policies, procedures, standard, guidelines, best practices and position papers.
* Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues related to Aruba Clearpass and Wireless technologies, such as authentication, authorization, encryption, roaming, QoS, RF, and security.
* Monitor and analyze network performance and health using Aruba tools and best practices.
* Provide technical guidance and recommendations to the network team on Aruba Clearpass and Wireless solutions.
* Ability to perform Wifi Surveys , Create Heat Maps using Aruba controllers etc .
* Familiarity with DHCP/DNS/IPAM ( Infoblox) , Load balancers ( F5 etc ) is plus .
* Any experience in network security including: Device Hardening, IDS/IPS, SIEM, Firewalls, and IPSec, vulnerability assessment and intrusion detection is an added advantage .
Quality of Service, Netflow, Wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, virtual networks, NAT, ACL controls, Web Security/URL Filtering, IPSec, Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Malware Prevention
* IPv4 and IPv6 experience is must.
* Knowledge, skills and experience with HP and Aruba routing, switching, and wireless hardware, software and protocols including Aruba Mobility Controllers, Aruba Instant Aps, Aruba Airwave, Aruba Central, Aruba Activate, Security, Aruba ClearPass
* Experience with SDN, SD-WAN products and services, Working knowledge of structured cabling systems and network facilities.
* Experience in firewall design, configuration and in network security including: Device Hardening, IDS/IPS, SIEM, Firewalls, and IPSec, vulnerability assessment and intrusion detection.
* Strong WAN experience managing global network infrastructure.
* 9 years of progressive experience in network architecture, design, engineering and implementation in global IT networks and network security

Certifications :
JNCIE ( DC or ENT ) /CCIE , JNCNP or CCNP ( enterprise)

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:

Juniper, Network, Firewall, Aruba, IPv4 and IPv6

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 231097 when responding to this ad.