Network Engineer | Alameda, CA | 14+ Years | $60.00-65.00​/hr W2

Network Engineer || Alameda, CA || 14+ Years || $/hr W2

Any Special Requests? : 100% Onsite Role. Local candidates preferred.

Important Skill-Set, Technologies, Certifications, and Methodologies: Palo Alto Networks (PAN) Firewalls, Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA), Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Cisco Nexus, Cisco Catalyst, Solar Winds, Routing and Switching, Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).

About the Role:

Seeking a highly experienced
Senior Network Engineer
to install, build, operate, and manage critical network and firewall infrastructure. This role requires comprehensive, in-depth knowledge of network hardware and software technologies, industry best practices, and hands-on experience in complex, enterprise-level network environments.

• Install, configure, and build robust network infrastructure and physical network devices.
• Manage and operate enterprise-wide Network and Firewall infrastructures daily.
• Administer security policies
  , Access Control Lists (ACLs), Network Address Translation (NAT), IP Security (IPSEC) VPNs, and Global Protect Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
• Monitor and provision IT infrastructure using Solar Winds
  .
• Deploy and manage internal and external Domain Name System (DNS) environments and diverse Load Balancer solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex networking issues, adhering to strict incident and change management principles.

• 10+ years of experience in network operations, infrastructure building, and device management.
• Firewall Architecture: Deep knowledge of Palo Alto Networks (PAN) architecture and policies.
• Routing & Switching: Solid understanding of protocols including OSPF, BGP, ISIS, VLAN, VTP, and STP
  .
• Hardware Expertise: Hands-on experience with Cisco Catalyst 9000 series, Nexus 93k series, APC UPS, and Out-of-Band (OOB) networks.
• Certification:
  Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is required.

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification.
• Practical experience with Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA), Cisco DNA Center (DNAC), VXLAN, and Cisco ISE
  .
• Wireless networking skills incorporating WLC 9800, 3500 Access Points, and 9120 Access Points
  .
• Cloud networking, cloud connectivity, and scripting/programming skills.
• Prior experience in regulated industries (Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, or Biotech).

Keywords in your resume: Senior Network Engineer, PAN Firewall, Cisco SDA, Cisco ISE, CCNA, CCNP, BGP, OSPF, Solar Winds, Nexus 93k, Cisco Catalyst 9000, Load Balancer, DNS, VXLAN, IPSEC VPN, Onsite, Alameda.