Network Engineer II USC GC GC-EAD II Local to fort worth II F2F II
Client: Ben E Keith
Work Environment: First 60 days are fully onsite then goes to 3/2 hybrid – last interview will be in person so no relocation
Company Address: 601 E 7th St Fort Worth, TX 76102
Only (No exceptions)
Top Requirements:
5+ years' experience as a Network Engineer in an enterprise environment
Expert level knowledge of Cisco Networking, core routing/switching and strong knowledge of Cisco Meraki in a branch (hub/spoke) deployment model, plus strong knowledge of Ruckus wireless technology
Advanced knowledge of Fortinet Firewall technologies
Must be a hands-on Network Engineer and must have configured switches router and firewalls
CCNA, CCNP preferred
CLIENT JD:
Network Engineer
NextStep's client is seeking a highly motivated Network Engineer to contribute to designing, building and supporting a next generation network. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in transforming/modernizing WAN, LAN, Voice and Wi-Fi networks with a focus on user experience. As a technical expert in your field, you will engage with business and technology associates to ensure the network meets the demands of the future.
Overview
Responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining new and existing Networks and infrastructure.
Act as a member of the core engineering team with opportunities to advance in your career.
Networks Engineer duties and responsibilities:
Design, implement, and maintain our network infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, analyze network needs, and propose solutions.
Configure and troubleshoot Cisco switches, Ruckus Access Points and Fortinet firewalls to optimize network performance and security.
Monitor network performance and proactively identify and resolve issues to minimize downtime.
Implement and manage network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
Collaborate with vendors and service providers to ensure effective network management and support.
Develop and maintain network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices and make recommendations for network improvements.
Provide technical support and guidance to junior network engineers and other IT staff.
Participate in security management.
Use diagnostic tools to determine deficiencies.
Suggest and oversee improvement processes.
Attend webinars and conferences
Responsibilities:
Provide exceptional customer service.
Must document systems, processes, and procedures.
Communicate and demonstrate techniques while cross‐ training other employees on various applications and hardware.
Maintain clean work environment.
Procurement of network hardware and replacement devices
Track shipments and warranty service request
Consistently and accurately use the ticketing and Purchasing system to enter, track and close all client transactions
Maintain the privacy of all client data
Professional Qualifications: The successful candidate must have the following experience and capabilities:
BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS, for a related field
6+ years of experience as a Network Engineer or similar role
Very good understanding and knowledge of networking and application-level operations
Ability to quickly diagnose issues and suggest solutions.
Cisco and Fortinet Certification highly desirable
Experience with and knowledge of the Forti and Cisco IOS operating system
Experience with SD-WAN solutions
Experience in routing and switching with industry standards.