Network Engineer

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

6 months contract to Hire

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.
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
• Team player
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills