firstPRO, Inc
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Network Engineer to join our dynamic IT team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting complex network infrastructure across diverse environments. Your expertise will ensure the stability, security, and scalability of our network systems, enabling seamless communication and data flow within the organization. The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of computer networking principles, advanced experience with network security protocols, and a strong background in managing both on-premises and cloud-based network solutions.
Duties Design, deploy, and optimize wide-area networks (WAN) and local-area networks (LAN), ensuring high performance and reliability. Configure and manage Cisco networking equipment including routers, switches, ASA firewalls, Meraki devices, and Juniper systems. Implement and maintain network security measures such as VPNs (Virtual Private Networks), IDS (Intrusion Detection Systems), IDS/IPS (Intrusion Prevention Systems), Cisco ISE for identity services, PKI (Public Key Infrastructure), LDAP authentication, SSL/TLS encryption, and firewall policies. Support data center operations by managing SAN (Storage Area Network), VMware vSphere environments, high availability configurations, and server virtualization platforms. Monitor network performance using tools like SolarWinds, PRTG Network Monitor, and Splunk; perform vulnerability assessments; conduct regular network security audits; and respond swiftly to incidents. Manage network infrastructure components including DHCP, DNS, NFS (Network File System), GPO (Group Policy Objects), load balancing solutions, and SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) processes. Automate routine tasks using scripting languages such as Bash shell scripting, PowerShell, Python, and tools like Ansible. Oversee remote access solutions including SSH, SFTP, remote desktop software, VPNs (IPsec/IPsec VPNs), and cloud security configurations on platforms such as AWS and Azure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan network installation projects; implement network architecture improvements; support telecommunication systems; and ensure compliance with ITIL best practices. Conduct capacity planning for future growth; implement network management strategies; optimize routing protocols like OSPF, EIGRP, BGP; and maintain documentation of network topology.
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Proven experience in computer networking with a focus on enterprise environments. Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP protocols, routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), VLANs, VLAN routing (Inter-VLAN routing), MPLS networks. Hands-on experience with Cisco IOS/IOS-XE operating systems; Cisco ASA firewalls; Meraki cloud-managed networking; Juniper devices; openSUSE/Linux distributions such as Debian/Ubuntu/CentOS/Red Hat for system administration. Familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS and Azure for cloud security integration. Strong understanding of network security principles including encryption methods, SSO (Single Sign-On), LDAP integration, vulnerability assessment techniques. Experience with virtualization technologies like VMware vSphere/vCenter; Citrix solutions; SAN/NAS storage management. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash or PowerShell for automation tasks. Knowledge of DevOps practices related to network automation and configuration management tools like Ansible. Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues efficiently across diverse hardware/software environments. Excellent communication skills to convey technical information clearly to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. Certifications such as CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent are highly desirable. If you are passionate about advancing your career in a challenging environment that values innovation and expertise in network engineeringapply today to become an integral part of our organizations technological foundation.
Duties Design, deploy, and optimize wide-area networks (WAN) and local-area networks (LAN), ensuring high performance and reliability. Configure and manage Cisco networking equipment including routers, switches, ASA firewalls, Meraki devices, and Juniper systems. Implement and maintain network security measures such as VPNs (Virtual Private Networks), IDS (Intrusion Detection Systems), IDS/IPS (Intrusion Prevention Systems), Cisco ISE for identity services, PKI (Public Key Infrastructure), LDAP authentication, SSL/TLS encryption, and firewall policies. Support data center operations by managing SAN (Storage Area Network), VMware vSphere environments, high availability configurations, and server virtualization platforms. Monitor network performance using tools like SolarWinds, PRTG Network Monitor, and Splunk; perform vulnerability assessments; conduct regular network security audits; and respond swiftly to incidents. Manage network infrastructure components including DHCP, DNS, NFS (Network File System), GPO (Group Policy Objects), load balancing solutions, and SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) processes. Automate routine tasks using scripting languages such as Bash shell scripting, PowerShell, Python, and tools like Ansible. Oversee remote access solutions including SSH, SFTP, remote desktop software, VPNs (IPsec/IPsec VPNs), and cloud security configurations on platforms such as AWS and Azure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan network installation projects; implement network architecture improvements; support telecommunication systems; and ensure compliance with ITIL best practices. Conduct capacity planning for future growth; implement network management strategies; optimize routing protocols like OSPF, EIGRP, BGP; and maintain documentation of network topology.
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Proven experience in computer networking with a focus on enterprise environments. Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP protocols, routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), VLANs, VLAN routing (Inter-VLAN routing), MPLS networks. Hands-on experience with Cisco IOS/IOS-XE operating systems; Cisco ASA firewalls; Meraki cloud-managed networking; Juniper devices; openSUSE/Linux distributions such as Debian/Ubuntu/CentOS/Red Hat for system administration. Familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS and Azure for cloud security integration. Strong understanding of network security principles including encryption methods, SSO (Single Sign-On), LDAP integration, vulnerability assessment techniques. Experience with virtualization technologies like VMware vSphere/vCenter; Citrix solutions; SAN/NAS storage management. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash or PowerShell for automation tasks. Knowledge of DevOps practices related to network automation and configuration management tools like Ansible. Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues efficiently across diverse hardware/software environments. Excellent communication skills to convey technical information clearly to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. Certifications such as CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent are highly desirable. If you are passionate about advancing your career in a challenging environment that values innovation and expertise in network engineeringapply today to become an integral part of our organizations technological foundation.