Network Architect

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Job Title:

Network Architect

Location:

Santa Clara, CA (3 days onsite)

The resource must be onsite due to a significant amount of onsite (physical) work involved.

• Enterprise routing and switching experience (L4/L3), including maintaining and troubleshooting network hardware, firewalls, routing and switching (Cisco only required).
• Knowledge of network protocols and applications including RADIUS, SNMP, SYSLOG, TACACS, DNS, DHCP, IPSec, NAT, ACLs.
• Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN).
• Provide Level 2/3 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues.
• Deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11).
• Technology stack includes proxies (Blue Coat), Cisco ISE, Infoblox, load balancers (F5), Palo Alto, Cisco ASA.
• Design, implement, and maintain Cisco firewall rules to protect enterprise network infrastructure.
• Configure and optimize firewall policies to ensure secure and efficient traffic flow.
• Monitor firewall performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and reliability.
• Conduct regular firewall rule audits to identify and remediate potential security vulnerabilities.
• Implement advanced security features such as VPN, NAT, and IDS/IPS on Cisco firewalls.

• Deploy, configure, and manage Cisco ISE to enforce security policies across the network.
• Integrate Cisco ISE with other network devices and services for centralized authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA).
• Implement and manage network access control (NAC) policies using Cisco ISE.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Cisco ISE deployment and operation.
• Stay updated with the latest Cisco ISE features and enhancements to leverage new capabilities.