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Network Engineer/Admin

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Network Design and Architecture: Develop, implement, and maintain scalable and secure network infrastructures for enterprise clients, with a focus on high availability, redundancy, and security.
  • Palo Alto Firewall Management: Configure and manage Palo Alto firewalls and security solutions to ensure robust network security and meet compliance standards.
  • Network Troubleshooting and Optimization: Perform troubleshooting to identify network issues and ensure the stability, efficiency, and performance of network systems.
  • Security Protocol Implementation: Implement and maintain security protocols and best practices, including VPNs, firewall policies, and network segmentation.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive network documentation, including configurations, troubleshooting guides, and operational procedures.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate network systems with various applications, platforms, and operational workflows.

Requirements:

  • Palo Alto Certification: Required; must be able to demonstrate expertise in Palo Alto network security solutions (No Exceptions).
  • Experience:
    • Minimum of 6 years of network engineering experience, specifically with U.S.-based enterprise clients.
    • Proven experience with network security protocols, VPNs, firewall management, and traffic analysis.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Proficiency with Palo Alto firewall management and configuration.
    • Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and troubleshooting methodologies.
    • Familiarity with network automation tools and scripting for network management.
  • Eligibility to Convert: Must be able to convert to a permanent role without current or future sponsorship requirements.
  • References: Must provide verifiable managerial references (personal emails are not acceptable, as references will be thoroughly checked).
  • Locality: Must already reside in Richmond, VA, McLean, VA, or Plano, TX. Candidates outside these areas will not be considered, and relocation assistance is not available.