Network Engineer (Security) Location
Richmond, VA (Hybrid Onsite presence required 1 day per week)
Duration
6 Months Contract-to-Hire Only W2
Important Note
Only vetted candidates with the following mandatory skill set:
- Palo Alto Firewall / Security (Must Have)
- Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)
- Enterprise Networking
- Strong Communication Skills
Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer with Architect-level expertise (12+ years) in Enterprise Networking, Security, Cloud Networking, and SD-WAN technologies. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in BGP routing, Palo Alto Firewalls, Cisco SD-WAN, Cisco Meraki, and Cloud Networking architectures across Azure, AWS, and Hybrid environments.
Top Skills Required Mandatory
- Deep expertise in BGP Routing and Network Design
- Palo Alto Networks Firewalls
- Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)
- Enterprise Networking
- Excellent Communication Skills
Preferred
- Cisco Meraki Full Stack
- Azure Networking
- AWS Networking
- Carrier & ISP Management
- Multi-Cloud Networking
Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design
- Lead the design and implementation of enterprise and cloud networking architectures across Azure, AWS, and Hybrid environments.
- Develop and execute network consolidation strategies across multiple environments and business units.
- Architect secure and scalable connectivity patterns including:
- Site-to-Site VPNs
- Client VPNs
- SD-WAN Deployments
- Cloud Transit Hubs
- Hub-and-Spoke Network Models
- Define enterprise standards for:
- Routing
- Network Segmentation
- High Availability
Cloud Networking Design and Manage Networking Across:
- Microsoft Azure
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)
Implement and Maintain:
- Virtual Networks (VNets/VPCs)
- Peering and Private Connectivity
- Azure ExpressRoute
- AWS Direct Connect
- Network Security Controls
- NSGs
- Firewalls
- Routing Tables
- Integrate On-Premises and Cloud Environments
Routing & Core Networking Design and Troubleshoot Complex Routing Environments Using:
Responsibilities:
- Optimize routing policies for:
- Performance
- Failover
- Traffic Engineering
- Lead troubleshooting efforts involving:
- Latency
- Packet Loss
- Asymmetric Routing
Security & Firewalls Manage Next-Generation Firewall Solutions:
- Palo Alto Networks Firewalls
- PAN-OS
- Panorama
Responsibilities:
- Define and enforce security policies
- NAT Configuration and Management
- Network Segmentation Strategies
- Partner with Security Teams on:
- Threat Mitigation
- Compliance Requirements
SD-WAN & Branch Networking Design and Support:
- Cisco Viptela / Cisco SD-WAN
Manage and Optimize:
Ensure:
- Consistent Security Policies
- Performance Optimization
- Network Visibility Across All Sites
Carrier & Vendor Management Act As:
- Primary Technical Liaison with Telecom Carriers and ISPs
Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot Circuit Issues
- Latency
- Outages
- Routing Anomalies
- Validate and Design Circuit Turn-Ups:
- DIA
- MPLS
- Broadband
- LTE/5G
- Coordinate with Vendors During:
- Deployments
- Escalations
- Outages
Operations & Leadership Responsibilities:
- Serve as Tier-3 Escalation Point for Network-Related Incidents
- Mentor Junior Network Engineers
- Provide Technical Leadership and Guidance
- Develop and Maintain:
- Documentation
- Standards
- Runbooks
- Participate in On-Call Rotation as Needed
Required Qualifications Experience
- Architect-Level Network Engineering Experience (12+ Years)
- Deep Expertise in BGP Routing and Network Design
Hands-On Experience With:
- Palo Alto Networks Firewalls
- Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)
- Cisco Meraki Full Stack
Additional Requirements
- Proven experience designing and implementing Cloud Networking Architectures
- Strong troubleshooting skills across:
- Routing
- Firewalls
- Connectivity Domains
- Experience working directly with Telecom Carriers and ISPs
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Qualifications Experience With:
- Multi-Tenant Network Environments
- Multi-Environment Network Consolidation Initiatives
Certifications (Preferred but Not Required)
- CCNP
- CCIE
- PCNSE (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer)
- Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)
- AWS Advanced Networking Specialty
ABOUT US
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