Network Engineer

Network Engineer

Work Environment: First 60 days are fully onsite then goes to 3/2 hybrid - last interview will be in person so no relocation

Company Address: 601 E 7th St Fort Worth, TX 76102

(No exceptions - and need conversion salary with submittal)

Top Requirements:

5+ years' experience as a Network Engineer in an enterprise environment

Expert level knowledge of Cisco Networking, core routing/switching and strong knowledge of Cisco Meraki in a branch (hub/spoke) deployment model, plus strong knowledge of Ruckus wireless technology

Advanced knowledge of Fortinet Firewall technologies

Must be a hands-on Network Engineer and must have configured switches router and firewalls

CCNA, CCNP preferred

CLIENT JD:

Network Engineer

NextStep's client is seeking a highly motivated Network Engineer to contribute to designing, building and supporting a next generation network. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in transforming/modernizing WAN, LAN, Voice and Wi-Fi networks with a focus on user experience. As a technical expert in your field, you will engage with business and technology associates to ensure the network meets the demands of the future.

Overview

Responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining new and existing Networks and infrastructure.

Act as a member of the core engineering team with opportunities to advance in your career.

Networks Engineer duties and responsibilities:

Design, implement, and maintain our network infrastructure, ensuring high availability and

performance.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, analyze network needs, and propose solutions.

Configure and troubleshoot Cisco switches, Ruckus Access Points and Fortinet firewalls to optimize network performance and security.

Monitor network performance and proactively identify and resolve issues to minimize downtime.

Implement and manage network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.

Collaborate with vendors and service providers to ensure effective network management and support.

Develop and maintain network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and procedures.

Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices

and make recommendations for network improvements.

Provide technical support and guidance to junior network

engineers and other IT staff.

Participate in security management.

Use diagnostic tools to determine deficiencies.

Suggest and oversee improvement processes.

Attend webinars and conferences

Responsibilities:

Provide exceptional customer service.

Must document systems, processes, and procedures.

Communicate and demonstrate techniques while cross training other employees on various applications and hardware.

Maintain clean work environment.

Procurement of network hardware and replacement devices

Track shipments and warranty service request

Consistently and accurately use the ticketing and Purchasing system to enter, track and close all client transactions

Maintain the privacy of all client data

Professional Qualifications: The successful candidate must have the following experience and capabilities:

BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS,

for a related field

6+ years of experience as a Network Engineer or similar

role

Very good understanding and knowledge of networking

and application-level operations

Ability to quickly diagnose issues and suggest solutions.

Cisco and Fortinet Certification highly desirable

Experience with and knowledge of the Forti and Cisco IOS operating system

Experience with SD-WAN solutions

Experience in routing and switching with industry standards.

Critical thinker and problem-solving skills

Team player

Good time-management skills

Great interpersonal and communication skills