Network Engineer

Akkodis is seeking a network engineer for one of our clients in Irvine, CA.

Rate Range: $80.00/hour to $90.00/hour; the rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

The network engineer will be chiefly responsible for developing a new network from the ground up to support a special project. This encompasses a broad range of tasks, with a special emphasis on the design and implementation of a VPN as a key component of this new network. The role is hands-on and requires planning, execution, and management of the network infrastructure to support our changing business environment.

This role is 100% on-site in Irvine. Seeking local candidates at this time.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Essential Functions

• Plan, design and implement a new network infrastructure for a special project.
• Design and implement a VPN as a critical element of the new network.
• Configure and manage VPN connections for security and efficiency.
• Identify requirements and set up necessary network configurations, including ports and endpoints.
• Ensure compliance to existing company design and security standards for networks.
• Manage and implement firewall modifications and enforce network security measures.
• Validate all network changes to ensure optimal performance and security.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive project plan for the network setup.
• Work collaboratively with internal staff and external vendors to align network architecture with business objectives.
• Provide technical support and expert advice on network-related issues.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in F5 firewalls, F5 VPN hardware/software, Cisco switches, and multifactor authentication software.
• Strong knowledge of VPN technologies and network security.
• Proven experience in project planning and network infrastructure implementation.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in network engineering.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CISSP) are preferred.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware, which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to www.akkodis.com

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance