CCIE Network Engineer

Hunatek is seeking a CCIE Network Engineer who is expected to combine deep Cisco expertise with modern security and monitoring skills, particularly in Zero Trust (Zscaler) and enterprise network operations., * Network Architecture & Operations: Design, deploy, and maintain large-scale WAN/LAN infrastructures across multiple sites, including SD-WAN (Cisco, Fortinet, VeloCloud) transformations, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), switching technologies (VRFs, vPC, HSRP, VLANs), and unified collaboration systems (Cisco CUCM, MS Teams).

• Security Engineering: Implement and manage Next-Gen Firewalls (Cisco ASA/Firepower, Fortinet, Palo Alto), VPN solutions (IPSec, DMVPN, GRE), and Zero Trust architecture via Zscaler ZIA, ZPA, and ZDX. Integrate NAC/ISE with AD/PKI for secure authentication and posture compliance.
• Cloud Networking: Configure hybrid cloud connectivity (Azure vWAN, ExpressRoute, AWS Direct Connect) and manage cloud security controls (NSGs, Azure Firewall, load balancers, VPC peering).
• Monitoring & Performance: Utilize SolarWinds and other tools (PRTG, ManageEngine, Cisco Thousand Eyes) for proactive monitoring, capacity planning, lifecycle management, and performance optimization across thousands of devices.
• Automation & Efficiency: Develop automation scripts (Python, Ansible) for bulk configurations and operational efficiency.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Lead cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with vendors and stakeholders on global network/security projects.

Do you have experience in Virtual Private Clouds?, * CCIE Network certification (or equivalent) with hands-on experience in enterprise network design and operations.

• Zero Trust & Zscaler: 4+ years implementing and troubleshooting ZIA/ZPA/ZDX, including authentication flows, SSL inspection, DNS/routing, identity integrations (SAML/SCIM), App Segments, Connectors, and traffic-forwarding methods.
• Security & Compliance: Experience with PCI DSS, ITIL, ISO standards, and supporting internal/external audits.
• Cloud & SD-WAN: Strong skills in AWS/Azure cloud networking, hybrid connectivity, and multi-vendor SD-WAN solutions.
• Monitoring Tools: Proficiency with SolarWinds for network performance and security monitoring.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust, * Network Security Engineer: 10 years
• Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), particularly Zscaler: 10 years
• Zscaler: 10 years
• Palo Alto: 10 years
• Cisco: 10 years
• Routing, switching, and firewall technologies: 10 years
• Deploy and optimize SD-WAN solutions: 10 years
• Design, implement, and manage ZTNA solutions: 10 years
• Splunk, SolarWinds, Wireshark: 10 years
• cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP): 10 years
• DevOps tools (Terraform, Ansible, Python scripting): 10 years

Pulled from the full job description

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid holidays, We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to make sure our employees and their families have access to good health care, are insured against catastrophic health events, can put money aside for retirement and are able to maintain a healthy work-life balance. These benefits include:
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance and term life insurance
• 401(K) with safe harbor contribution
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• Tuition and career development assistance
• A selection of voluntary benefits

At HunaTek, we build teams of people from all backgrounds with varying levels of experience, knowing firsthand that diversity of thought will strengthen our ability to deliver for our customers. We work hand in hand with Federal civilian and military staff, pulling together to further the interests of our nation and home and abroad. Whenever possible, we provide opportunities for our employees to learn new skills, obtain certifications, attend industry events, and have some fun together.