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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - Consultant - 26-05697 - **Company:** Navitas, Inc. - **Location:** Durham, NC, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Application Firewall, Network Analysis, Cisco Routers, Cisco Systems VPN Client, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Network Monitoring, Routing, Wireless Networks, Network Routers, Computer Networking Systems, Computer Network Operations, System Availability, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Cisco Firewalls, Fortinet, Cisco Switches, Cisco, Citrix Netscaler - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1e9fcb9af37f5e0d ## About the Role Do you have experience in VPN management?, We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer Consultant to support and maintain a complex statewide enterprise network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies, firewall administration, network troubleshooting, and security best practices in a large-scale environment. This role requires a highly skilled professional capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while collaborating across technical teams to maintain secure, stable, and high-performing network operations., * 10+ years of experience with Cisco Firewalls * 10+ years of experience with Cisco Routers * 10+ years of experience with Cisco Switches * 10+ years of experience with Cisco VPN technologies * 10+ years of experience with Cisco Administration * 5+ years of experience with Palo Alto Firewalls * 2+ years of experience with Palo Alto XDR * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills * Ability to support multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment * Strong communication and collaboration skills Preferred Skills * 10+ years of experience with monitoring and tracing tools * 10+ years of experience in core network architecture * 10+ years of advanced routing and switching troubleshooting experience * 4+ years of experience with wireless network infrastructure * 3+ years of experience with hybrid cloud infrastructure Preferred Certifications * CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) * CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) ## Description * Configure, install, maintain, and upgrade enterprise networking solutions * Manage and support network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networks * Troubleshoot network failures, connectivity issues, and performance bottlenecks * Perform network analysis, design, implementation, and ongoing support * Monitor network performance and ensure optimal system availability * Maintain accurate network diagrams and technical documentation * Support secure network operations through cybersecurity best practices and compliance standards * Troubleshoot and remediate issues in a complex, voice-integrated infrastructure * Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to resolve issues efficiently * Provide knowledge transfer and informal technical guidance to peers when appropriate * Implement updates, patches, and configuration changes to maintain secure and compliant systems Technologies & Environment Candidates should have experience working with technologies such as: * Cisco/Meraki * Palo Alto * Fortinet/FortiGate * Certes * Citrix NetScaler * Trellix ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Back to CODE100](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1909-wearedevelopers-live-back-to-code100) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers)