Cisco Network Engineer

Cisco Network Engineer

Location: Fort Mill, South Carolina (Onsite)

Job Type: 6 months Contract to Hire

This is an onsite position based in Fort Mill, South Carolina. The contract is for six months with the potential to convert to a full-time role.

(not open for 3^rd parties/C2C)

Job Responsibilities:-

• Design, implement, and manage secure network infrastructure using Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco ASA, Firepower, Meraki, and other Cisco platforms
• Set up and maintain VPNs and remote access solutions
• Monitor and respond to network performance and security incidents
• Use tools like SolarWinds, PRTG, or Cisco Prime Infrastructure for monitoring and troubleshooting
• Work closely with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams to follow security best practices
• Follow ITIL-based change management processes

Required Skills:

• 5 years of hands-on experience as a Network Engineer
• Strong background in network security, including firewalls and intrusion detection and prevention, Implement and manage secure network infrastructure leveraging Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless solutions.
• Solid understanding of VLANs, VPNs, BGP, OSPF, and other routing protocols
• Experience with Cisco ASA, Firepower, Meraki, and related technologies
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools and ITIL frameworks
• Configure and maintain Cisco ASA and next-gen firewalls, troubleshoot VPNs and remote connectivity issues.
• Work with the cybersecurity and infrastructure teams to enforce and maintain security best practices
• Active Cisco certifications including CCNA and CCNP Security