Sr. Cisco Network Engineer - CCNP - Onsite hybrid - Simple Solutions

Sr. Cisco Network Engineer - CCNP to support our client with a migration project.

Oniste - Jersey City, NJ hybrid 3-4 days a week on site

18+ Months

2 interviews with client

First is video interview and

Second interview is on site at Client site

You have a good handle on "best practices" and operational excellence within the Cisco networking space and CCNP or CCNA at minimum. 

This is a migration project Cisco to Palo Alto.

Position Overview

Responsibilities / Necessary Skills / Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network security, with a focus on remote access VPN technologies.
  
• Extensive experience with Cisco VPN solutions, Cisco Defense Orchestrator (CDO), BGP routing, and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
  
• Netscaler experience would be preferred.
  
• Proficient in configuring and managing Cisco ASA, Firepower, and AnyConnect VPN solutions.
  
• Proficient in configuring and managing Cisco ISE for secure VPN authentication and authorization.
  
• Strong understanding of VPN protocols (IPsec, SSL/TLS), encryption, and authentication methods.
  
• Extensive experience with BGP configuration, management, and troubleshooting.
  
• Experience with automation and orchestration tools in network security environments.
  
• Familiarity with Zero Trust security models and frameworks.
  
• Experience in a multi-cloud environment, with knowledge of AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) security practices.
  
• Experience with network security monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
  
• Knowledge of cloud security principles and best practices.
  
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a remote work environment.
  
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of security and reliability.
  
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• Certifications:
  
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security or equivalent certification.
  
• Any cloud certifications are a plus.
  

Sr Cisco Network Engineer - CCNP with Netscaler preferred - hybrid Position Overview Responsibilities / Necessary Skills / Attributes Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Minimum of 5 years of experience in network security, with a focus on remote access VPN technologies. Extensive experience with Cisco VPN solutions, Cisco Defense Orchestrator (CDO), BGP routing, and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE). Netscaler experience would be preferred. Proficient in configuring and managing Cisco ASA, Firepower, and AnyConnect VPN solutions. Proficient in configuring and managing Cisco ISE for secure VPN authentication and authorization. Strong understanding of VPN protocols (IPsec, SSL/TLS), encryption, and authentication methods. Extensive experience with BGP configuration, management, and troubleshooting. Experience with automation and orchestration tools in network security environments. Familiarity with Zero Trust security models and frameworks. Experience in a multi-cloud environment, with knowledge of AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) security practices. Experience with network security monitoring and troubleshooting tools. Knowledge of cloud security principles and best practices. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a remote work environment. Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of security and reliability. Certifications: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security or equivalent certification. Any cloud certifications are a plus.