Lead Network Security Engineer – CCNP

Responsibilities

· Provide daily support for the Cisco Core, Server Farm, WAN, and Security modules

· Design and daily support for remote locations using various platforms such as Cisco 3560, Cisco 4510R, Cisco 4506, Cisco 6509, Cisco 9300, Cisco 9400, Cisco ASA, and Cisco FirePower platforms

· Support and design regarding Nexus 7009, Nexus 5596, and Nexus 2232 platforms

· Troubleshoot EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP routing protocols, respond to security incidents, and address DWDM related issues

· Attend meetings and document requirements

· Open/Close trouble tickets (and change requests) for all assigned work via the Service Now ticketing system

· Assist in maintaining, configuring, installing, and testing network architecture, design, hardware, and software; Includes but not limited to routers, switches, and firewalls

· Document and diagram existing network environment(s), schematically depicting communication architectures, topologies, hardware, software, transmission, and signaling links and protocols.

This may include creating new diagrams or updating existing diagrams

· Where necessary, provide guidance support and for rearchitecting network configurations based on industry best practice approaches

· Lead the design and support the implementation of network hardening tasks

· Perform day to day administration and operational functions of the network environment (depending upon the project assignment)

· Responsible for day-to-day level 3 problem troubleshooting and resolution of the networking environment (properly escalating problems when the need arises)

· Provide network assistance to staff when required

· Assist other team members in executing various project tasks

· Ensure new software/products are implemented following client requirements and/or industry best practices

· Configure, test, implement, and troubleshoot data network systems to support all aspects of the daily operations

Requirements

· At least 15+ years of network-related experience and US Citizen or Green Card holder

· A college degree in a related field is preferred

· Experience creating and following change control-related processes

· Familiarity with SNMP, Solar winds, or equivalent Network Management platforms

· Experience with device local authentication, TACACS+, or RADIUS authentication

· Excellent with EIGRP, and OSPF routing protocols

· Knowledge (or ability to learn) of Cisco Stealth Watch, Cisco Flow Collector, Cisco Flow Sensor, NetFlow, Cisco DNS Umbrella, Cisco Firepower firewalls, Cisco ISE; ability to troubleshoot with Wireshark

· Excellent Customer Service and communication skills (verbal and written
– Visio)

· Must be able to pass a TSA background check, and drive

· Knowledge of NX-OS, Cisco ISR, and Cisco ACI technologies

· Certified Cisco Network Professional (CCNP) required

· Driver’s License required

Contract length: 12 months

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $100,000.00
– $125,000.00 per year

Schedule:
8 hour shift
Work Remotely:
No