Overview
Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Job Details
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Administrator/Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, installation, configuration, support, and security of their enterprise and hybrid network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Cisco, Meraki, and Fortinet technologies, as well as extensive experience with Azure and other cloud-based platforms.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Pay Range: $40.00 - $50.00 hourly
This position offers a hybrid schedule, with time split between the office and remote work.
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Administrator/Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, installation, configuration, support, and security of their enterprise and hybrid network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Cisco, Meraki, and Fortinet technologies, as well as extensive experience with Azure and other cloud-based platforms.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain the daily operations of all network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access control servers, and other related equipment.
- Monitor and analyze network performance across the organization’s LAN, WAN, and WLAN to ensure optimal functionality.
- Install, configure, and maintain network devices from Cisco, Meraki, and Fortinet, ensuring robust network infrastructure.
- Manage Citrix Netscaler Load Balancer and Citrix VPN client connectivity, facilitating secure and efficient network access.
- Implement and administer networking and security solutions, including Cisco IOS, Meraki Dashboard, and Fortinet FortiGate appliances.
- Design, deploy, and maintain secure Azure network environments, ensuring compliance with security protocols and seamless integration between cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
- Update firewall rules, manage access controls, and enforce network security policies to safeguard network data and systems.
- Collaborate with other teams to align network and cloud security standards, and participate in after-hours support and incident response as necessary.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience with Enterprise Cisco Catalyst switches and Cisco ISR routers.
- Proficient in routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP, as well as core networking protocols like TCP/IP, DHCP, and DNS.
- Extensive experience in network implementation and administration using Cisco, Meraki, and Fortinet equipment.
- Hands-on experience with Citrix Netscaler Load Balancer and Citrix VPN client connectivity.
- Experience deploying and supporting Azure networking and security solutions.
- Strong understanding and enforcement of security protocols for cloud-based infrastructure, including Access and Identity Management and Data Protection Protocols.
- Proficiency with the Meraki cloud-managed platform and network security solutions.
- Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
- Certifications such as CCNA, Cisco Meraki CMNA, Fortinet NSE, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate preferred.
- Additional certifications like CCIE/CCNP, experience with Cisco Unified Call Manager, Cisco ASA/FirePower, or Cisco Nexus are a plus.
Pay Range: $40.00 - $50.00 hourly
This position offers a hybrid schedule, with time split between the office and remote work.
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