Network Engineer

Whitecap Search is seeking a skilled and proactive professional to join our team. This role involves working with cutting-edge network technologies and cloud environments, ensuring robust and secure network operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network engineering, with a focus on both traditional and cloud-based infrastructures., * Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot LAN/WAN infrastructure including routers, switches, and firewalls.

• Support day-to-day network operations including incident resolution, change management, and performance monitoring.
• Assist in the design and implementation of network architecture improvements to enhance reliability, scalability, and security.
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks or failures.
• Maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, and configuration records.
• Participate in on-call to support critical network infrastructure.
• Support integration of on-premises network infrastructure with GCP and/or AWS cloud environments.
• Assist in the configuration and maintenance of cloud VPN tunnels and hybrid connectivity.
• Collaborate with cloud teams to ensure proper VPC networking, security groups, and routing configurations.
• Gain exposure to cloud-native networking tools such as AWS VPC, CloudWatch, and GCP Cloud Networking.

• Experience with network devices such as Catalyst switches, ISR routers, Meraki, and DNA Center.
• Knowledge of protocols including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, NTP, STP, LACP, OSPF, BGP, ACLs, and VPN.
• Proficiency in network monitoring platforms (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG) and tools like Wireshark.
• CLI-based troubleshooting and basic scripting knowledge (Python or PowerShell) for automation tasks.
• Familiarity with ITSM platforms (ServiceNow preferred) for ticket management.
• Cisco CIEE Certification.
• Exposure to GCP or AWS Networking (VPC, VPN, routing).
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner.
• Experience with network automation tools like Ansible and Terraform.
• Knowledge of ITIL framework and change management.

4.14.1 out of 5 stars Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Hybrid work $107 an hour - Temporary, #ITSITDisclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.