Network Engineer

TriCom Technical Services

United States · Full-time · Entry

Summary

The Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, creating, implementing, and maintaining networks both for professional, as well as managed-services customers. This position involves critical duties and responsibilities that must continue to be performed during crisis situations and contingency operations, which may necessitate extended hours of work. This is a customer-focused, hands-on role, in which the Network Engineer will be expected to handle and resolve customer issues.

Responsibilities

Design, create, and implement scalable networks according to client specifications.
Configure and install various network devices (e.g., Layer-2/3 switches, firewalls, and Wi-Fi).
Test and troubleshoot installed network systems.
Resolve technical issues with hardware, software, and networks.
Perform speed and security tests on installed networks.
Apply network security upgrades.
Upgrade and/or replace hardware and software systems when required.

Requirements

5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer.
Experience working with Cisco, Palo Alto, and Fortinet/FortiGate network devices.
Experience configuring and installing Layer-2/3 switches.
Detailed knowledge of networking systems.
Solid understanding of networking and security.
CCNA, CCNP, or vendor-specific equivalent certification.
Certifications and/or experience with next-generation firewalls (preferably Palo Alto or Fortinet).
Experience with storage engineering, wide-area networking, and network virtualization.
Advanced troubleshooting skills.
Ability to identify, deploy, and manage complex networking systems.

Preferred

Cloud network design experience (Azure preferred).
Experience with NetScaler, Brocade, and Juniper.
Microsoft Azure network certifications/experience.

This is a Direct Hire opportunity with our Overland Park, KS client. Excellent Medical/dental benefits. H1-B Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. No third-parties, please.

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