Network Engineer

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Role:

Network Engineer

Location:

San Diego, CA/Dallas, TX

Salary:

$ $70000/Annum + Benefits

Key Responsibilities:

Design, configure, and manage network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and wireless access points, to ensure optimal performance and security.

Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, providing technical expertise and support to the IT team.

Implement and enforce network security measures, including firewall configurations, VPNs, access lists, and intrusion detection systems.

Monitor network performance and conduct regular assessments to identify areas for improvement.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network-related projects and initiatives.

Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, changes, and procedures.

Mentor and provide guidance to junior network engineers and support staff

Stay current with emerging networking technologies and industry best practices.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (EE), Computer Science (CS), or equivalent technical field is required.

Experience:

Minimum 3 years of experience as an L2 Network Engineer working with campus and corporate networks (required).

Minimum 1 year of experience working with Cisco TAC on troubleshooting and RMA processes (required).

Minimum 1 year of experience working with ServiceNow (required).

Minimum 1 year of experience working with SolarWinds (required). May be substituted with 3 years of experience with other network monitoring and management tools.

Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing network solutions in a medium to large-scale enterprise environment.

Technical Skills (Required)

Knowledge of Cisco devices:

Catalyst switches, ISR routers, and ASR routers (required).

Knowledge of Cisco switch stacking technology, configuration, and troubleshooting (required).

Knowledge of routing protocols EIGRP, OSPF, and

BGP:

configuration and troubleshooting (required).

Knowledge of DNS and

DHCP:

configuration and troubleshooting (required).

Proficient understanding of networking principles, including TCP/IP, switching technologies (e.g., VLANs, STP), and wireless networking.

Strong knowledge of network security principles and practices, including firewall configurations, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.

Certifications:

Active Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification (very desirable).

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification (preferred).

Soft Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Leadership skills and the ability to mentor and develop junior staff.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote setting (required).

Additional Requirements:

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, to support network maintenance and upgrades.

Ability to lift and move network equipment up to 50lb as needed.

Ability to pass SDPD (San Diego Police Department) background check is required

Candidates must have no:

arrests, convictions (other than traffic violations), recent losses of civil lawsuits in court, protective orders, or recent bankruptcy.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Cisco Catalyst 9800 WiFi controller configuration and troubleshooting (very desirable).

Knowledge of Cisco Catalyst Center (DNAC) (very desirable).

Additional certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, or other relevant networking certifications.

Experience with network automation and scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible).

Familiarity with cloud networking solutions and services (e.g., AWS, Azure).

Working knowledge of searching data and creating reports in Splunk