Senior Network Engineer

Immediate need for a talented Senior Network Engineer. This is a 12+months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Beachwood, OH (Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.
Job ID:26-28853
Pay Range: $50 - $55/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).
Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• 12+ years of hands-on experience in network support and engineering.
• Design, configure, and deploy comprehensive enterprise-grade Cisco routing/switching, Fortinet/FortiGate, SD-WAN (Viptela/Fortinet), Meraki and wireless solutions.
• Strong Fortinet/FortiGate based SDWAN skills are mandatory
• Administer and manage secure network connections in Microsoft Azure, including VNet peering, VPN gateways, and ExpressRoute.
• Expert-level administration of Fortinet FortiGate, Cisco ASA/Firepower, and Palo Alto firewalls, including policy management, NAT, and threat prevention.
• Manage and troubleshoot Cisco/Meraki and Fortinet network devices, including routers, switches, and wireless access points.
• Act as the top-tier escalation point for complex network outages, utilizing tools like Wireshark and NetFlow to resolve BGP/OSPF/VPN issues.
• Monitor network performance, capacity planning, and ensure compliance with security standards (e.g., PCI, HIPAA).
• Oversee WAN and LAN infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity and performance.
• Implement and support wireless network solutions, ensuring robust and secure wireless access.
• Perform network troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network-related projects and initiatives.
• Monitor network performance and security, implementing improvements as needed.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of up-to-date network diagrams, network configurations, inventory (IPAM), processes, and procedures.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure the network infrastructure remains cutting-edge.
• Excellent and highly proficient with English spoken and written skills
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) or automation (Python, Ansible).
• Excellent proven leadership qualities managing a offshore/onshore team and client stakeholders.
• Deep knowledge of Cisco & Fortinet/FortiGate hardware and protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS).
• Extensive experience with VeloCloud & Fortinet SD-WAN and Cisco/Fortinet wireless architectures.
• Proficient in Fortinet (NSE 4-8), Palo Alto (PCNSE), and Cisco ASA/Firepower, including VPN technologies.
• Proven experience in Microsoft Azure Virtual Networking
• Team size, direct reports, key deliverables, unique selling points, additional qualifications, team culture etc.
• Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills for stakeholder collaboration.
• Relevant certifications: CCNP(Cisco), NSE 4-8 (Fortinet)
• Strong ITIL v4 knowledge
• Leadership qualities and experience working directly with client leadership and business stakeholders and managing their expectations.

Our client is a leading IT Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.
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