Network Engineer

Overview

On Site
$60 - $70
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

Cisco
Cisco Certifications
Network
LAN
OSPF
VoIP
Switches
WAN
WLAN
Wireless Communication
Routers

Job Details

Skills Required:

Excellent written and oral communication skills are required for this position. The candidate must possess the ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. The ideal candidate should have experience in Cisco Catalyst 9300 / Other Catalyst Series switches, Cisco Nexus 9K/7K/5K/2K Series of switches, Cisco ASR and ISR Routers, and Wireless LAN technologies. Extensive experience in LAN/WAN integration, maintenance, and troubleshooting, experience configuring and maintaining routing protocols in a Cisco environment, primarily EIGRP, BGP, and OSPF.

Required skillset should include but is not limited to the following:

  • Experience with troubleshooting, design, and tuning of BGP environments.
  • Hands-on experience with configuration and maintenance of Cisco Catalyst & Nexus switches.
  • Analyze and observe trends with technical issues and develops recommendations for long-term improvements.
  • Have advanced troubleshooting skills including experience performing Packet Capture and Analysis.
  • Ability to identify and document network elements for presentation and future planning.
  • Resourcefulness in multi-tasking, anticipating needs, developing creative solutions, and researching/synthesizing information to resolve problems with minimal supervision.

Education Required:

The candidate must have, or be able to obtain, a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) in one of the following areas: Wireless, Voice, or Route/Switch. Associate degree in Information Technology or a minimum of 8 years experience working in Cisco Environment with experience in at least two of the following areas: LAN, WLAN or VoIP; or a minimum of 8-10 years experience working in Cisco Environment with experience in at least two following areas: LAN, WLAN, or VoIP.

Education Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in the field of computer science or information systems preferred. Currently holds certifications from Cisco, such as CCNA, CCDA, CCNP, CCDP, CISCO Meraki Solutions Specialist, or Microsoft MCSE Additional Professional Level Certifications are a plus but not required.

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