Network Deployment Engineer

Job Title: Network Deployment Engineer

Job Location: Jacksonville FL

Job Type: Contract

Job Overview:

Requirement/Must Have:

• Ten plus (10+) years of experience in networking environment responsible to plan and build new network environment.
• Certified technical engineer (typically Cisco CCIE or comparable).
• Expertise in Cisco ACI architecture, including APIC, leaf, and spine switches.
• Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and their integration with ACI.
• In-depth hands on experience with common network hardware including F5 Load balancer, Cisco router, switches, and firewalls.
• Full understanding of ITIL and service management principals.
• Hands on experience in complex LAN/WAN, MAN, DWDM, and SONET architecture.
• Full understanding and operational knowledge of loop prevention protocols like spanning tree protocols.
• In-depth knowledge of L2 protocols like HSRP, VRRP, VTP, 802.1Q, Flex Link, and LACP.
• In-depth working knowledge and troubleshooting of IP routing and network protocols including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, RIP, spanning tree, and multicast.
• Full understanding of operational knowledge for troubleshooting of Cisco operating systems like IOS and NX-OS.

• Plan and build new network environments.
• Prepare, document, and deploy changes in a network.
• Troubleshoot network issues using network sniffers such as Wireshark.
• Test tools and procedures for voice and data circuits.
• Liaison with carriers and vendors for installations.
• Design, deploy, and manage Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) in an enterprise or data center environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement scalable, reliable, and secure network solutions that align with business requirements.

• Cisco ACI.
• EVPN.
• Network Architecture.
• Automation.
• Network Security.
• APIC.
• Leaf and Spine Switches.
• VMware.
• Hyper-V.
• F5 Load Balancer.
• Cisco Routers.
• Cisco Switches.
• Firewalls.
• ITIL.
• LAN/WAN.
• MAN.
• DWDM.
• SONET.
• Spanning Tree.
• HSRP.
• VRRP.
• VTP.
• 802.1Q.
• Flex Link.
• LACP.
• OSPF.
• BGP.
• EIGRP.
• RIP.
• Multicast.
• Cisco IOS.
• NX-OS.
• Wireshark.

• Strong background in network architecture, automation, and security.
• Expertise in Cisco ACI solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities