Network Engineer - Alliance Industrial
Shelton, CT
About the Job
Fairfield County MSP is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer to join their team. This individual will be instrumental in designing and deploying large-scale network solutions, including the management of networks, layer 2/3 switches, routers, firewalls, and OSPF/BGP protocols. The role is client-facing and offers opportunities for growth.
Core Responsibilities:
Network Defense:
? Analyze LAN/WAN infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and potential security risks, playing a pivotal role in fortifying our clients' networks against cyber threats and ensuring seamless connectivity.
? Determine root causes of network issues and devise effective solutions.
? Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security measures.
Technical Expertise:
? OSI Model Mastery: Understand every layer of the OSI model.
? Switch Configuration: Proficient in configuring Layer 2/3 switches (especially Cisco non-SMB) via CLI.
? Routing Knowledge: Advanced understanding of dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, BGP) and static routing.
? High Availability Protocols: Knowledge of HSRP, VRRP, and others.
? Multi-Site Networks: Design and operate robust multi-site LAN/WAN networks.
? Virtualization Skills: VMWare vSwitch configuration.
? WAN Transport: Familiarity with MPLS, VPLS, and WAN solutions.
Wireless Expertise:
? Controller-Based WLAN: Design and deploy enterprise-grade wireless systems
(802.11) with 802.1x authentication. Experience with Cisco/Meraki and Ruckus Wireless is preferred.
Firewall Knowledge:
? Enterprise Platforms: Proficient with Fortinet, PaloAlto, and Cisco ASA firewalls.
? IPS/IDS Understanding: Knowledge of Intrusion prevention/detection systems
(SourceFire/Snort, PaloAlto).
? SSL VPN Familiarity: Working knowledge of SSL VPN platforms.
Server Skills:
? Microsoft & VMWare: Good to advanced understanding of enterprise-level server
platforms.
Qualifications:
? Experience: Minimum 6 years of hands-on LAN/WAN Networking and Security
experience.
? Certifications (Preferred): Cisco-related: CCNA-Security, CCNP, or CCIE.
Core Responsibilities:
Network Defense:
? Analyze LAN/WAN infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and potential security risks, playing a pivotal role in fortifying our clients' networks against cyber threats and ensuring seamless connectivity.
? Determine root causes of network issues and devise effective solutions.
? Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security measures.
Technical Expertise:
? OSI Model Mastery: Understand every layer of the OSI model.
? Switch Configuration: Proficient in configuring Layer 2/3 switches (especially Cisco non-SMB) via CLI.
? Routing Knowledge: Advanced understanding of dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, BGP) and static routing.
? High Availability Protocols: Knowledge of HSRP, VRRP, and others.
? Multi-Site Networks: Design and operate robust multi-site LAN/WAN networks.
? Virtualization Skills: VMWare vSwitch configuration.
? WAN Transport: Familiarity with MPLS, VPLS, and WAN solutions.
Wireless Expertise:
? Controller-Based WLAN: Design and deploy enterprise-grade wireless systems
(802.11) with 802.1x authentication. Experience with Cisco/Meraki and Ruckus Wireless is preferred.
Firewall Knowledge:
? Enterprise Platforms: Proficient with Fortinet, PaloAlto, and Cisco ASA firewalls.
? IPS/IDS Understanding: Knowledge of Intrusion prevention/detection systems
(SourceFire/Snort, PaloAlto).
? SSL VPN Familiarity: Working knowledge of SSL VPN platforms.
Server Skills:
? Microsoft & VMWare: Good to advanced understanding of enterprise-level server
platforms.
Qualifications:
? Experience: Minimum 6 years of hands-on LAN/WAN Networking and Security
experience.
? Certifications (Preferred): Cisco-related: CCNA-Security, CCNP, or CCIE.
Source : Alliance Industrial