Network Engineer

Overview

On Site
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 21 day((s))
75% Travel

Skills

Azure
TCP/IP
Linux
AWS
python
Switching
Routing
Firewall
Cisco networking

Job Details

Aspire IT Solutions is in a need of -

Position: Network Engineer
Duration: 12+ months contract
Location: Herndon, VA (Onsite 3days/week) - Locals

Role Overview

Seeking a hands-on Network Engineer responsible for evaluation, design, implementation, and daily operations of the enterprise network infrastructure. This role involves ensuring network availability, performance management, compliance with security protocols, and serving as a Network SME across IT teams.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, document, and maintain processes for:
    • Performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and helpdesk response
    • Capacity planning, network design, configuration, and standards
    • 24/7 support, escalation, IMAC services, and change management
  • Install, configure, patch, and monitor routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, load balancers, and wireless systems.
  • Diagnose incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
  • Manage vendor relationships for network hardware/software lifecycle.
  • Act as SME for Endpoint, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, and Systems teams.
  • Lead system analysis/design and provide detailed requirements for new network solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. national security protocols and corporate security procedures.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in CS/IT/MIS or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years IT experience with 4+ years networking/telecom.
  • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, VoIP, and wireless.
  • Proven experience with enterprise/data center security architectures and 24x7 network monitoring.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
  • Prior experience leading a technical team.

Technical Skills

  • Cisco networking (ISRs, 9300s) CCNP/CCDP preferred.
  • Routing/Traffic Engineering: BGP, OSPF, PBR, VPN, QoS, ISE 802.1x.
  • Firewalls: Palo Alto, Cisco ASA.
  • Cloud: AWS, Azure (certifications a plus).
  • Linux (Suse, RedHat, CentOS) & Windows administration.
  • Scripting: Python, Perl, Shell.
  • Tools: SolarWinds, Cisco ISE/ACS, NetFlow, Wireshark, PuTTy, MRTG.
  • Familiarity with SIEM integration, IDS/IPS, and NIST 800-53 security standards.
Thanks & Regards
Bhargav Kalyandurg (Find me on LInkedIn)
ASPIRE IT SOLUTIONS INC.
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