What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Network Engineer position at TranSquared inc?
Job Details
Hi ,
Job Title:- Principal Network Engineer
Location:-Livermore, CA (Hybrid)
Duration:-9 months contract to hire
Roles and Responsibilities
- Network Architecture & Design:
- Lead the design and architecture of network infrastructure for multi-datacenter and hybrid Azure Cloud environments.
- Ensure high availability, scalability, and resilience of networks across on-premise and cloud environments.
- Design and implement advanced routing and switching solutions using Cisco technologies.
- Firewall & Security:
- Configure, manage, and optimize Palo Alto and Cisco firewalls to ensure comprehensive security and compliance. This includes knowledge of the following:
- IPSec VPN
- DMVPN
- Network Address Translation (NAT)
- SSL VPN
- Packet inspection/access rules
- Detailed knowledge of Cisco network infrastructure
- Traditional Cisco Networking
- Catalyst/Nexus switching
- Routing (IOS/IOS-XE)
- EIGRP / BGP
- Firmware Management
- Develop and implement network security strategies, incorporating firewall rules, access controls, and threat detection.
- Integrate network security tools and solutions to monitor, detect, and mitigate threats across both datacenter and cloud environments.
- SD-WAN with Meraki
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master s preferred).
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on Cisco, Palo Alto firewalls, SD-WAN (Meraki), F5, routing, switching, and network design.
- Strong experience in Azure Cloud networking is required, including Azure VPN, ExpressRoute, and hybrid connectivity.
- Experience with AWS and Google Cloud Platform networking is preferred.
- Expertise in designing and managing multi-datacenter and hybrid cloud network solutions (Azure required).
- Strong experience in firewall management and network security tools such as Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, or similar technologies.
- Proficiency in routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF) and switching technologies.
- Strong experience with SD-WAN solutions using Cisco Meraki.
- Experience in load balancing solutions, particularly F5 LTM and GTM.
- Strong experience in automating network operations and disaster recovery processes.
- In-depth knowledge of network security protocols and standards, including encryption, VPNs, and access control.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, F5, Meraki, Azure Networking certifications) are highly desirable.
Zafar Khan
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