Network Engineer Consultant - Network Operations & Security- 26-02815

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Network Engineer Consultant – Network Operations & SecurityLocation: Blythewood, SCDuration: 12 MonthsWork Hours: 37.5 Hours/WeekJob Summary

The Network Engineer Consultant is responsible for supporting and enhancing enterprise network operations within a Network Operations Center (NOC) environment. This role involves managing complex network infrastructures, ensuring optimal performance, maintaining security compliance, and providing advanced troubleshooting and technical leadership with minimal supervision.

Key ResponsibilitiesNetwork Operations & Administration

• Configure, install, maintain, and upgrade network infrastructure components
• Manage and support enterprise networks including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs
• Monitor network performance and ensure high availability and reliability

Troubleshooting & Support

• Diagnose and resolve complex network issues across multiple platforms
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Support a voice-integrated and multi-vendor network environment

Network Design & Implementation

• Contribute to network architecture, design, and implementation
• Maintain and update network diagrams and technical documentation
• Implement changes and enhancements to improve network efficiency

Security & Compliance

• Enforce cybersecurity best practices and ensure network security compliance
• Manage firewall configurations and security tools
• Monitor and improve secure connectivity and system integrity

Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing

• Work closely with cross-functional technical teams in a fast-paced environment
• Provide knowledge transfer, guidance, and informal training to team members
• Support multiple concurrent tasks and projects

Required Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of experience with:
  • Cisco firewalls
  • Cisco routers
  • Cisco switches
  • Cisco VPN
  • Cisco network administration
• 5+ years of experience with:
  • Palo Alto firewalls
  • Palo Alto XDR

Preferred Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of experience with network monitoring and tracing tools
• Strong expertise in core network architecture
• Advanced troubleshooting skills in routing and switching
• Experience with wireless networks (4+ years)
• Experience with hybrid cloud infrastructure (3+ years)

Preferred Certifications

• CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
• CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional)

For more details reach at resumes@navitassols.com