SD WAN Engineer

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking an SD WAN Engineer with a technology company. This is a 6+ month contract opportunity located in Santa Clara, CA. This role is fully onsite.

Summary:
Our client is seeking a skilled SD WAN Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN). This role is crucial for optimizing network performance and enhancing connectivity across various locations. The SD WAN Engineer will be responsible for assisting the customer with the ongoing operation of security infrastructure requirements. This includes configuration, updates, and support. The engineer will be located at the customer premises and will work closely with the customer personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage SD-WAN solutions to ensure reliable and efficient connectivity
• Configure network devices and perform regular system updates
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues
• Collaborate with internal teams and external customers to understand network needs and provide technical support
• Oversee network deployment and maintenance operations
• Ensure network security and compliance with industry standards
• Development and maintenance of best practice diagnostic procedures to ensure effective operations and maintenance
• Problem investigation and resolution in collaboration with the customer's personnel and support team
• Network-related testing to verify operation in the customer's environment
• Troubleshooting of network issues and acting as a local point of contact for incidents
• Assistance on open support tickets with support organization
• Provision of procedures and requirements for upgrading software
• Ongoing knowledge transfer on the use of products
• Inventory tracking of hardware and software revisions

Requirements:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Professional understanding of SD-WAN and network security
• Deep knowledge of SDWAN and ADVPN functionalities on the FortiGate firewall platform using the latest mature features is a requirement
• Familiarity in orchestrating configurations using FortiManager
• Certifications in FortiGate Firewalls and SD-WAN technologies
• Experience with Fortinet Secure SD-WAN technologies
• Experience with Nexus switch configuration and troubleshooting
• Proficiency in Palo Alto and/or Firepower firewalls configuration and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of Cisco Wireless Controllers and wireless 802.11 troubleshooting
• Familiarity with Cisco Spaces, Cisco Routers & Switches, and Cisco DNA
• Ability to debug and troubleshoot VPNs, perform PCAP & Log Analysis
• Experience with Cherwell for problem or project ticket management

Desired skills:

• Cisco Collaboration or Webex/Call Manager
• Cisco Contract Center configuration and troubleshooting
• Cisco Umbrella configuration and troubleshooting
• Cisco Thousand Eyes configuration and troubleshooting
• Experience with Viptela (Cisco SD-WAN)
• Knowledge of cloud technologies and IaaS (vendor agnostic)
• Linux proficiency

Pay range: up to $96.42 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW)
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

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ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.