Network & Security Engineer

Cisco Systems, Inc.
Princeton, United States of America
28 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Princeton, United States of America

Tech stack

Bash
Border Gateway Protocol
CompTIA Security+
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
DNS
Firmware
Intrusion Detection Systems
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Internet Service Provider
Python
Network Security
NetFlow
Network Architecture
Network Diagrams
Network Monitoring
Routing
Network Segmentation
Packet Analyzer
Open Shortest Path First
Azure
Zero Trust Network Access
Simple Network Management Protocols
TCP/IP
Wireshark
Virtual Local Area Networks
Wide Area Networks
Wireless Networks
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Enterprise Software Applications
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Web Filtering
Firewall Services Module
Cisco networks

Job description

  • Design, deploy, and manage Meraki-based network infrastructure (MX, MS, MR series)
  • Configure and maintain:
  • Firewalls (Meraki MX)
  • Switching (Meraki MS)
  • Wireless networks (Meraki MR)
  • Implement network security policies, VPNs (site-to-site & client VPN), and segmentation
  • Monitor network performance using Meraki Dashboard and troubleshoot connectivity issues
  • Ensure network security compliance and best practices (Zero Trust, NAC, etc.)
  • Perform firmware upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management
  • Integrate Meraki with enterprise systems (AD, Azure AD, identity providers)
  • Work with ISPs and vendors for circuit provisioning and issue resolution
  • Maintain documentation, network diagrams, and SOPs
  • Provide L2/L3 support and participate in on-call rotations, * Wireshark / packet analysis tools
  • Network monitoring tools (SNMP, NetFlow)
  • Basic scripting (Python / Bash - good to have)

Requirements

  • TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, STP
  • Routing protocols (OSPF, BGP - good to have)
  • Hands-on experience with:
  • LAN/WAN architectures
  • SD-WAN concepts

Cisco Meraki Expertise

  • Deep experience with:
  • Meraki MX (Security & SD-WAN)
  • Meraki MS (Switching)
  • Meraki MR (Wireless)
  • Proficiency in:
  • Meraki Dashboard configuration & monitoring
  • VPN setup (Auto VPN, Client VPN), * Firewall configuration & management
  • IDS/IPS, content filtering, threat protection
  • Network segmentation & access control
  • Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture, * 5-10 years in Network & Security Engineering
  • At least 3+ years hands-on with Cisco Meraki
  • Experience in enterprise or multi-site environments, * Cisco Meraki certifications (CMNA / ECMS1 / ECMS2)
  • Cisco CCNA / CCNP
  • Security certifications (CompTIA Security+, CISSP - plus), * Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
  • Clear communication with technical & business teams
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

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