Network Security Specialist

• Design, implement, and support enterprise and data center network solutions including Leaf-Spine architectures.
• Configure and troubleshoot routing, switching, wireless, and security features across multi-vendor platforms.
• Manage IP services including DNS, DDNS, DHCP, and NTP using Infoblox and BIND platforms.
• Optimize network performance using QoS, Policy-Based Routing, NetFlow, and monitoring tools such as SolarWinds and application response tools.
• Administer and support Aruba solutions including Mobility Controllers, Instant APs, AirWave, Central, Activate, and ClearPass.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network incidents and service requests across campus, branch, and data center environments.
• Document designs, standards, configurations, and operational procedures.

We are seeking a Network Security Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in enterprise and data center networking, network security, and HPE Aruba/Juniper/Arista ecosystems and a proven ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot complex, high-availability network environments., * Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP networking, routing, and core services including TCP/IP, DNS, DDNS, DHCP, SSH, VPNs, and IP routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, BGP, Multicast, MPLS).

• Strong understanding of Ethernet, EVPN, BGP, OSPF, IGMP, STP/RSTP, 802.1X, and wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac.
• Hands-on experience with Policy-Based Routing, QoS, NetFlow, NAT, ACLs, IPSec, web security/URL filtering, IPS, and malware prevention.
• Proficiency configuring and troubleshooting QoS, VLANs, and ACLs using tools such as NetFlow, SolarWinds, and application performance monitors.
• IPv4 and IPv6 expertise with strong knowledge of network infrastructure, addressing, traffic management, DNS/DHCP, NTP, security, and monitoring tools.
• Experience implementing changes and troubleshooting in complex environments using Infoblox and BIND.
• Skills with HPE Aruba routing, switching, and wireless, including Mobility Controllers, Instant APs, AirWave, Central, Activate, and ClearPass.
• Experience with SDN and SD-WAN solutions and working knowledge of structured cabling and network facilities.
• Working experience with HPE Aruba, 3Com/H3C, Arista, and Juniper switches and Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Check Point firewalls.
• Background in network design and security, including device hardening, IDS/IPS, SIEM, firewalls, IPSec, and vulnerability assessment.
• Strong experience with Juniper and Arista hardware, including QFX5120/5130 switches, and Leaf-Spine architectures with EVPN-VXLAN.
• Ability to assist in network and equipment issue troubleshooting with solid documentation and process orientation.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cybersecurity practices and tooling, including IDS/IPS and SIEM.
• Exposure to storage networking concepts (SAN and NAS) and databases (SQL, MongoDB) as they relate to network integration.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.