Network Engineer - Northeading Technologies
Dallas, TX
About the Job
Our client, a dynamic and innovative organization, is seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a remote position, but candidates must be US citizens or green card holders residing within the United States.
The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of network infrastructure, a strong background in security, and a proven ability to design, implement, and maintain complex network environments. You will be responsible for ensuring optimal network performance, troubleshooting issues, and implementing security best practices.
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
- Configure and troubleshoot network hardware and software.
- Monitor network performance and identify potential issues.
- Implement and maintain network security measures, including intrusion detection and prevention systems.
- Develop and document network standards and procedures.
- Provide technical support to end-users.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest networking technologies and trends.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in network engineering.
- Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, etc.).
- Expertise in routing and switching technologies (Cisco, Juniper, etc.).
- In-depth knowledge of network security concepts and technologies (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, etc.).
- Experience with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, etc.).
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Experience with cloud-based networking (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Experience with SD-WAN technologies.
- Experience with network virtualization (NSX, VXLAN, etc.).
- Experience with network monitoring and analysis tools (Wireshark, SolarWinds, etc.).
- Certifications: CCNP, CCIE, CISSP, or equivalent.