• Network Engineer

    Robert Half Technology (Nashville, TN)


    Description

    We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer with a strong background in designing, configuring, and maintaining wireless networks, Cisco switches and routers, and Palo Alto firewalls. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of hands-on technical experience with advanced configuration and troubleshooting skills. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, managing critical network components that ensure seamless business operations. This opportunity is 100% on-site, 5 days per week. At this time, we are unable to support C2C or relocation.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Configure, deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco networking equipment, including switches and routers, to ensure optimal performance.

    + Design and manage enterprise-level wireless networks, ensuring reliable and secure connectivity.

    + Implement and maintain Palo Alto firewalls, including rule creation, policy updates, and security monitoring.

    + Conduct network diagnostics to improve performance, resolve congestion, and mitigate service disruptions.

    + Monitor and analyze network performance, providing proactive recommendations for upgrades and optimizations.

    + Own and execute hands-on configuration tasks for network devices, including VLAN management, access controls, and traffic shaping.

    + Establish and maintain VPN solutions to support secure remote connectivity.

    + Collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.

    + Document network designs, configurations, and operating procedures to support operational efficiency.

    + Provide Level 2/3 support for escalated issues in a high-availability, mission-critical environment.

    Requirements

    Qualifications and Requirements:

    + 4+ years of hands-on experience configuring and managing Cisco switches, routers, and wireless networking solutions.

    + Proven expertise in the configuration and management of Palo Alto firewalls (e.g., creating policies, NAT, and traffic-filtering rules).

    + Strong understanding of network protocols and concepts, including TCP/IP, VLANs, QoS, STP, BGP, OSPF, DHCP, and DNS.

    + Extensive experience with wireless network troubleshooting and optimization (e.g., Cisco Wireless Controllers and access points).

    + Proficiency with network monitoring and diagnostic tools such as Wireshark, SolarWinds, and Palo Alto Panorama.

    + Familiarity with VPN technologies, including IPsec, SSL, and site-to-site configurations.

    + Excellent understanding of network security principles and practices related to firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, and access controls.

    + Ability to independently perform technical configuration tasks with minimal supervision.

    + Relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNP, Palo Alto PCNSA or PCNSE) are highly preferred.

    Preferred Qualifications (Not Required):

    + Experience working with SD-WAN implementations.

    + Knowledge of cloud-based networking (e.g., AWS, Azure) and hybrid environments.

    + Familiarity with scripting/automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible).

    Education:

    + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a similar discipline preferred. Equivalent work experience may be considered.

     

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