Network Engineer

Job title: Network Engineer

Location: Lake Success, NY (Day 1 onsite)

Project Duration: 12 months

Top Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, networking administration, information technology, or a similar field.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco, Palo Alto(Mandatory), Citrix Netscaler for switching, routing, firewalls, wireless access points, wireless controller, and application delivery
• Experience with RSA SecurID desired WAN and VoIP

Job summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Network Engineer with 12 to 14 years of experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills in Switching and Routing Cisco, Load Balancer BIG IP / F5, and Cisco VPN. This hybrid role requires a dedicated professional who can work effectively during day shifts and does not require travel. The successful candidate will contribute significantly to our company's mission by leveraging their expertise

Required Skills: Cisco VPN, Switching & Routing Cisco, Load Balancer BIG IP / F5

Responsibilities:

• Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls
• Troubleshooting problems with existing networks to determine the cause of malfunctions or breakdowns and recommending solutions
• Designing and creating new computer networks according to company specifications
• Analyzing network performance to identify areas for improvement
• Installing new network hardware and software, including APs, routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and other equipment
• Performing risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and recommend solutions to improve security
• Installing new or replace existing network equipment and updating software packages
• Day to Day operational support to 200 plus sites for Intranet, internet, Wi-Fi etc.
• Coordinating with other departments, such as IT, to ensure that new system implementations meet the needs of other departments within the organization
• Monitor network to ensure security, availability, and performance
• Assist other IT teams with network project level work
• Maintain and support enterprise SSIDs and wireless controllers.
• Maintain and support VPN Citrix VPN Gateway for 1000 PHNY/RIV employees
• Manage high/moderate complexity projects
• Troubleshoot network and application performance
• Participate in network on-call rotation
• Document issues, resolutions, and changes in appropriate systems
• Assist with other necessary network tasks