Lead Cisco Network/Security Engineer (MSP exp preferred) * Perm/ NO Consultants

Lead Network Security Engineer- *MUST COME FROM AN MSP ENVT

*Perm only, no hourly consultants- LOCAL ONLY

*Must be open to driving to customers in the Tri-state area up to 25%.

Responsibilities Include

• • Oversee the execution of network and security projects, from initial design and staging to installation, validation, and troubleshooting of complex data and security projects.
  • Provide guidance and quality assurance for network designs that align with business objectives, customer budgets, and operational support capabilities, ensuring scalable, reliable, and secure network architectures.
  • Support/ Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex network and security issues, providing guidance and support to team members during deployments.
• Client Relationships
  • Customer facing technical leadership for all services engagements, including escalations
• Business Management
  • Work closely with sales, pre-sales, project management, and other engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions and achieve project goals.
• Team Building:

Foster a culture of growth and development, focusing on technical and professional development.

Required Skills and Professional Experience

• Advanced Networking Expertise:
• Proven experience with complex multi-protocol routing and switching, including designing, configuring, and troubleshooting with a focus on Cisco best practices.
• In-depth knowledge of core routing and switching platforms (e.g., Cisco) and advanced networking concepts such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and IP addressing design.
• Strong understanding of the TCP/IP protocol stack, OSI model, and commonly used TCP/UDP ports and services.
• Expertise in network security, including hardening device access and implementing security protocols.
• Cloud Networking & SD-WAN:
• Solid experience with cloud networking solutions in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform), as well as Aviatrix for cloud networking.
• Experience deploying SD-WAN solutions such as Viptela, Silverpeak, or Palo Alto Prisma SD-WAN.
• Security Solution Implementation:
• Proficient in deploying and managing security solutions from leading vendors like Palo Alto Networks (Panorama, Prisma Access, Prisma Cloud) and Cisco (FirePower/FTD Firewalls, Meraki MX, FMC Management).
• Ability to implement and manage security solutions, ensuring secure network infrastructure.
• Troubleshooting & Communication:
• Strong troubleshooting skills, particularly in routing and switching issues, with a proven track record of resolving complex network problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Experience:
• 2+ years’ experience with team leadership or management of a technical team preferred, or equivalent
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in project implementation, engineering, and design within the networking and security domains.
• Bachelor''''''''s Degree or equivalent experience in network engineering, IT, or a related field, or equivalent military experience.

Preferred Skills & Certifications Additional Security Expertise:

• Experience with Fortinet products (e.g., FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager/FortiAnalyzer) is highly desirable.
• Advanced Networking Solutions:
• Familiarity with Arista networking solutions, including CloudVision, and Aruba networking products (e.g., Aruba CX, Aruba OS, VSX/VSF technologies).
• Automation & Scripting:
• Knowledge of network automation and scripting tools such as Python, EMM, or TCL for streamlining network configurations and management.
• Certifications:
• Active Cisco Certifications (CCNP, CCIE preferred).
• Active Palo Alto Certifications (PCNSA, PCCSE, PCNSE preferred).