CCIE Network Engineer

Overview

Hunatek is seeking a CCIE Network Engineer who is expected to combine deep Cisco expertise with modern security and monitoring skills, particularly in Zero Trust (Zscaler) and enterprise network operations.

• Network Architecture & Operations: Design, deploy, and maintain large-scale WAN/LAN infrastructures across multiple sites, including SD-WAN (Cisco, Fortinet, Velo Cloud) transformations, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), switching technologies (VRFs, vPC, HSRP, VLANs), and unified collaboration systems (Cisco CUCM, MS Teams).
• Security Engineering: Implement and manage Next-Gen Firewalls (Cisco ASA/Firepower, Fortinet, Palo Alto), VPN solutions (IPSec, DMVPN, GRE), and Zero Trust architecture via Zscaler ZIA, ZPA, and ZDX. Integrate NAC/ISE with AD/PKI for secure authentication and posture compliance.
• Cloud Networking: Configure hybrid cloud connectivity (Azure vWAN, Express Route, AWS Direct Connect) and manage cloud security controls (NSGs, Azure Firewall, load balancers, VPC peering).
• Monitoring & Performance: Utilize Solar Winds and other tools (PRTG, Manage Engine, Cisco Thousand Eyes) for proactive monitoring, capacity planning, lifecycle management, and performance optimization across thousands of devices.
• Automation & Efficiency: Develop automation scripts (Python, Ansible) for bulk configurations and operational efficiency.
• Leadership &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Lead cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with vendors and stakeholders on global network/security projects.

• CCIE Network certification (or equivalent) with hands-on experience in enterprise network design and operations.
• Zero Trust & Zscaler
  : 4+ years implementing and troubleshooting ZIA/ZPA/ZDX, including authentication flows, SSL inspection, DNS/routing, identity integrations (SAML/SCIM), App Segments, Connectors, and traffic-forwarding methods.
• Security & Compliance
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  Experience with PCI DSS, ITIL, ISO standards, and supporting internal/external audits.
• Cloud & SD-WAN
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  Strong skills in AWS/Azure cloud networking, hybrid connectivity, and multi-vendor SD-WAN solutions.
• Monitoring Tools
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  Proficiency with Solar Winds for network performance and security monitoring.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust

• Network Security Engineer: 10 years
• Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), particularly Zscaler: 10 years
• Zscaler: 10 years
• Palo Alto: 10 years
• Cisco: 10 years
• Routing, switching, and firewall technologies: 10 years
• Deploy and optimize SD-WAN solutions: 10 years
• Design, implement, and manage ZTNA solutions: 10 years
• Splunk, Solar Winds, Wireshark: 10 years
• Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP): 10 years
• Dev Ops tools (Terraform, Ansible, Python scripting): 10 years

At Huna Tek, we build teams of people from all backgrounds with varying levels of experience, knowing firsthand that diversity of thought will strengthen our ability to deliver for our customers. We work hand in hand with Federal civilian and military staff, pulling together to further the interests of our nation and home and abroad. Whenever possible, we provide opportunities for our employees to learn new skills, obtain certifications, attend industry events, and have some fun together.

Our benefits include a comprehensive package designed to ensure health care access, insurance coverage, retirement planning, and work-life balance. These benefits include:

• Long-term and short-term disability insurance and term life insurance
• 401(K) with safe harbor contribution
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• Tuition and career development assistance
• A selection of voluntary benefits

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.