Network Engineer

Naviga•Baton Rouge, LA

28d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our client is a managed IT Services leader partnering with businesses in planning, developing, and implementing enterprise-class technology services. Naviga has been retained to help identify a Network Engineer to join their team. Founded in 2008, the company recently rebranded with a newly created go-to-market model. They’re highly trusted by their customers (relationship-driven sales) and have a high-performing value system that has not been exhibited in the past. They stick by their word and the solidarity brings them long-term customers. There is internal cohesiveness, unity, and a strong focus on strategy. Highly supportive, encouraging, and direct leadership. The team is growing rapidly, and they are very collaborative. The organization has a very good focus on the target market. They know who the end customer is down to a T. There’s no question of who they’re going after, and they have great messaging so their identity is very clear. This is a Hybrid office role, Highly flexible.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience working as a network engineer
Expert knowledge of enterprise level network design, engineering, and administration
Ability to quickly gain expertise in new technologies to fulfill customer requirements and develop creative solutions
Programming languages – Proficient in general-purpose scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python
2+ mid-level or 1 expert-level certification(s) from strategic vendors such as Extreme, Palo Alto, HPE, Cisco: Mid-level Examples: Palo Alto PCNSA, Extreme Certified Specialist, Aruba ACCP, ACMP. Expert-Level Examples: Cisco CCIE, Palo Alto PCNSE, Aruba ACCX/ACMX
The ability to solve problems within the network proactively and after they arise.
The ability to use analytical skills to understand problem origination, apply a logical troubleshooting process to effectively solve the issue, determine root cause, and prevent it from recurring
The ability to explain technical issues to non-technical individuals, and the ability to build strong client relationships
The ability to mentor team members on technical issues
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Expertise in core infrastructure services including: Switching – VLANs, STP, LACP, MLAG Routing – Static, OSPF, BGP, IEGRP Wireless – 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Captive Portal, Channel Management DHCP DNS 802.1x LLDP, SNMP, Syslog, ACLs
Experience with 3 or more of the following skills: Design and implementation of Extreme Networking Switching/Routing/Fabric Design and implementation of Extreme Networking NAC/XMC Design and implementation of Cisco Switching/Routing Firewall migrations from SonicWall/ASA to Palo Alto/FortiGate Design and implementation of Citrix NetScalers Greenfield and brownfield deployments of ASA, FortiGate, or Palo Alto Firewalls Design and implementation of Controller-based Wireless Solutions from Cisco, Aruba, or Extreme Providing top level support for complex networking issues Design and implementation of SDWAN solutions from vendors such as VeloCloud, Silver Peak, Palo Alto, Citrix, etc. Design and implementation of 802.1x authentication both at a switching level and backend Microsoft PKI infrastructure Provide top level support for troubleshooting Networking, Firewall, or Load Balancer issues Design and implementation of monitoring solutions such as PRTG, LogicMonitor, or Solarwinds Perform in-depth analysis of networking configurations and provide recommendations based on that analysis

Responsibilities

Configure and install software, switches, routers, firewalls and other network devices
Monitor network performance and integrity; utilize network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis toolsets
Resolve client issues and support tickets from the helpdesk, or internal tiered escalation requests
Automate tasks and monitor effectiveness
Mentor team members on technical issues
Create and test security measures (e.g., access authentication and disaster recovery)
Communicate with team leads, stakeholders and clients on status of deliverables
Maintain complete technical documentation
Suggest improvements to network performance, capacity, and scalability
Unpack, rack, cable, and power up all equipment
Manage time effectively and assist on projects without assistance
Ability to design, deploy, and troubleshoot small to medium size network and server infrastructures
Comprehend and execute tasks outlined by a statement of work or project plan
Work in a team environment and support other individuals in a primary or secondary role