Cisco Network Operations Engineer

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)
No Travel Required

Skills

Network Engineer
Cisco Network Engineer
Cisco Network Operations Engineer

Job Details

***We are unable to sponsor for this straight 6+ Month contract role***

Prestigious Global Firm is currently seeking a Network Operations Engineer with strong Cisco and network Monitoring experience. Candidate will be supporting the firm’s 24x7 network infrastructure. This position combines implementation of cutting-edge technologies with the day-to-day management of the systems to drive secure and reliable connectivity.

Responsibilities:

•    Enterprise Network Management – Oversee switching, routing, firewalls, load balancing, wireless, authentication platforms (Cisco ISE, TACACS), DNS, NTP, and Windows/Linux server administration across Kirkland’s global network.

•    Cloud & Virtual Environments – Manage firm resources in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and Microsoft Azure environments.

•    Technology Implementation – Deploy and support Cisco hardware platforms (Catalyst 9000, Cisco ACI, Cisco ASR), F5 Big-IP (LTM/GTM/APM), Cisco FTD/FMC, Illumio Core, and wireless controllers (5520/9800).

•    Performance & Security – Apply WAN/LAN standards and best practices, support VPN solutions (Site-to-Site, SSL, IPsec), and remediate vulnerabilities in collaboration with security teams.

•    Automation & Scripting – Leverage scripting to streamline network operations and implement process efficiencies.

•    Monitoring & Troubleshooting – Utilize network tools such as Cisco FMC, SolarWinds NPM/NCM, Cisco Prime, DNA Center, Stealthwatch, Wireshark, and NetScout Ngenius to diagnose and resolve issues.

•    Vendor & Provider Collaboration – Partner with external providers to maintain connectivity, structured cabling (copper/fiber), and service-level agreements.

Qualifications:

•    Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience.

•    5+ years supporting large campus environments, with deep knowledge of enterprise networking.

•    Cisco CCNA/CCNP or Azure Network Engineer Associate certifications preferred.

•    Proficiency in EIGRP, BGP, route manipulation, VSS, VPC, RSTP, GETVPN, IOSXE, NxOS, Cisco AnyConnect VPN, TACACS/RADIUS, syslog, and netflow.

•    Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple competing tasks.

•    Ability to build relationships, influence outcomes, and work across teams with professionalism and agility.

•    Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite and ServiceNow platforms.

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