NO SPONSORSHIP - NO OPT
Network Engineer with heavy Checkpoint and Cisco NG ASA
This role is going to ned heavy networking, medium ACI, AWS would be a plus
The key to this role is that they have Cisco CheckPoint firewall experience - NG next generation
solid experience in checkpoint firewalls
SALARY: $130k - $140k plus 15% bonus
LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL
Hybrid 3 days onsite and 2 days remote
What You'll Do:
This role is responsible for supporting, administering, and overseeing network support, design, and analysis of new and existing architectures — including routing/switching configuration, Cisco FTD firewall administration, Cisco ACI management, and network-related business continuity planning. The role also involves developing systems specifications, technical implementation plans, and coordinating complex installation projects with clients and vendors, while working with a team on network and security architecture design for both on-premise and Cloud environments
Qualifications:
Technical Skills:
- Strong foundation in Network protocols (BGP, OSPF, ISIS) and concepts (WAN/LAN/IP/VPN/IPAM/DNS)
- Advanced experience with Cisco network products, including lifecycle management (deployment, upgrades, and ongoing support) of IOS, NX-OS, XR, and FTD platforms
- Strong network troubleshooting skills to support day-to-day operations, including packet capture, analysis, and review.
- Experience supporting cloud connectivity (AWS, Azure) within a hybrid infrastructure environment
- 5+ years of experience in IT systems installation, operations, administration, and maintenance of virtualized servers / cloud systems
