Network Engineer

Robert Half
United States
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Proxmox IEEE 802.1X Microsoft Windows Active Directory Cisco IOS Cloud Computing Communications Protocols Data Centers Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Domain Name System (DNS) Hyper-V Information Technology Operations
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Log Analysis Network Architecture Azure Active Directory Web Application Security Virtual Local Area Networks Virtualization Technology Wide Area Networks Wireless Access Point Wireless Networks Network Routers Identity Services Engine Network Access Control Load Balancing Nx-os Reliability of Systems Firewalls (Computer Science) Information Technology Splunk Cisco Switches Cisco Servicenow Vmware

Job description

  • Network Architecture & Administration: Design, configure, and maintain enterprise LAN/WAN/Wireless infrastructure using Cisco switches/routers, Meraki Dashboard/SD-WAN, and high-performance wireless access points.
  • Network Access Control & Perimeter Security: Manage enterprise firewall platforms (Cisco FTD/FMC, ASA, Checkpoint) and maintain identity-based access control policies via Cisco ISE integrated with Active Directory.
  • Cloud & Systems Modernization: Drive modern infrastructure initiatives, including Active Directory to Microsoft Entra ID migrations, virtualization consolidation (VMware/Proxmox/Hyper-V), and Microsoft 365 tenant management.
  • Incident & Problem Management: Act as a lead escalation point for Tier 2/3 issues and major incidents. Perform root cause analysis (RCA), monitor traffic/logs (Splunk, F5 load balancers), and optimize system reliability across data centers.
  • IT Service Operations & Support: Administer ITSM workflows (ServiceNow) to track, prioritize, and resolve enterprise support requests while managing core network services (DHCP/DNS).
  • Project Delivery & Team Leadership: Lead infrastructure cutovers, site deployments, hardware migrations, and SAN/equipment relocations. Provide technical coaching and operational guidance to junior engineers and technicians.

Requirements

  • Experience: 8+ years of progressive IT experience with a focus on enterprise network engineering, systems administration, and IT operations support.
  • Enterprise Networking: Proven expertise with Cisco IOS/NX-OS, Cisco ISE, Cisco Prime, Meraki SD-WAN, and F5 Load Balancers.
  • Firewall & Security Platforms: Hands-on experience administering Checkpoint SmartConsole, Cisco FMC/FTD, ASA, and email/web security gateways.
  • Identity & Virtualization: Strong technical proficiency with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory, M365 Administration, and virtualization platforms (Hyper-V, Proxmox, or VMware).
  • Network Protocol & Monitoring: In-depth knowledge of DHCP/DNS enterprise architectures, 802.1X/AAA authentication, VLAN segmentation, and log analysis (Splunk).
  • ITIL / ITSM Practices: Deep understanding of Incident, Problem, and Change Management frameworks using platforms like ServiceNow., All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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