Network Engineer

Network Engineer

Location: onsite at 3 Dominican Dr, Norwich, Connecticut 06360, Norwich, Connecticut, 06360

Work hours: M-F 730am 4pm

Duration: 12 months Extension: Possible

They need a minimum of 4 years hands on experience with Cisco switches & routers , Palo Alto firewalls , Fortinet firewalls ,Aruba switchs , AP s

Description:

Job Profile Summary:
Designs, implements, maintains and supports the network infrastructure. Maximizes network operations by monitoring performance, troubleshooting problems and outages and scheduling maintenance and periodic upgrades. Ensures network is scalable, configured to meet business objectives and available 24x7. Configures network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, etc.). At higher levels, envisions, defines and leads in the development of industry-leading technologies, systems and network infrastructure. Critical focus areas include video, voice, data, automation and security.

Key Responsibilities:
Provides Network Engineering support for all network segments and applications.
Performs network design, performance tuning and optimization across assigned networks and security infrastructure.
Works with cross-functional teams to design solutions for expanding connectivity while maintaining overall network performance and integrity.
Ensures accurate monitoring, metrics and alerting of network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, VPN technology, load balancing systems, enterprise wireless, DNS, mail systems and network management solutions.
Monitors performance and ensures system availability and reliability.
Assists in coordinating equipment break / fixes.
Identifies, prioritizes and manages security related risks, initiating and implementing assessment, penetration and related testing, identifying vulnerabilities and developing action plans for mitigation.
Assists with the design, development and maintenance of network infrastructure."
Key Qualifications:
BA/BS degree and 4-6 years relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience