Urgent Needed - Senior Networking Engineer - New Jersey

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • Posted 3 days ago | Updated 3 days ago

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

Network Engineer

Job Details

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Job Title: Senior Network Engineer (Onsite NJ)

Location: New Jersey

Job Type: Contract

Experience Level: 18 25 Years

Job Description

Lead the design, deployment, and support of LAN/WAN infrastructure.

Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco routers and switches, Fortinet firewalls, and F5 load balancers.

Set up and manage wireless network infrastructure, including site surveys, AP placement, and controller configuration.

Support network integration efforts related to company acquisitions, including setup from the ground up.

Perform proactive network monitoring, tuning, and reporting.

Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations and changes.

Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to ensure reliable and secure network services.

Provide escalation-level support for critical network incidents.

Strong hands-on expertise with:

Cisco networking equipment (routers, switches, wireless)

Fortinet firewalls (FortiGate, FortiManager)

F5 load balancers (LTM, GTM)

Enterprise wireless networking

Proven experience deploying networks for mergers and acquisitions.

Solid understanding of network security, firewall policies, and VPN technologies.

Ability to work independently onsite and manage projects with minimal supervision.

Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE) or Fortinet NSE certifications.

Experience with SD-WAN technologies.

Knowledge of cloud networking (AWS, Azure) is a plus.

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