Network Engineer (L2)- Princeton, NJ - Only Local

Overview

On Site
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - term Contract

Skills

l2
CISCO
network engineer
firewalls
SWITCHING
F5 load

Job Details

Title- Network Engineer (L2)

Location- Princeton, NJ

Mode of hire- Contract

Mode Of Work: Onsite

Required Skills & Experience

  • Minimum of 6 years of professional experience as a Network Engineer, including at least 2 years in a Level 2 role.
  • Strong expertise in Cisco networking technologies, with hands-on experience in routing, switching, and firewall solutions.
  • Proficiency in working with F5 load balancers and Infoblox solutions.
  • Experience in deploying and supporting Meraki wireless and security products.
  • Familiarity with Wi-Fi heatmap tools and methodologies.
  • Exposure to Network Access Control (NAC) solutions such as Cisco ISE or equivalent platforms.
  • Knowledge of Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), and VPN technologies.
  • Practical experience in data center operations, including racking, cabling, and switch installations.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently in onsite customer environments.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven success in managing stakeholder relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Cisco CCNP certification (or equivalent) strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience applying security best practices in enterprise networking environments.
  • Familiarity with ITIL processes, including incident, change, and problem management.
  • Experience with hybrid cloud network integrations (e.g., Azure, AWS) is an added advantage.
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