Network Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy LAN, WAN, wireless, and SD-WAN networks
• Implement and manage Meraki Wi-Fi and switching solutions
• Configure and maintain Cisco ISE for network access control and policy enforcement
• Monitor network performance, health, and capacity trends to ensure optimal operation
• Conduct trend analysis to proactively identify potential issues and recommend improvements
• Implement and maintain firewalls, VPNs, and security protocols
• Manage network hardware (routers, switches, access points) and software tools
• Administer Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama for centralized management
• Perform hardware and software upgrades, patches, and ongoing maintenance to ensure system reliability
• Provide technical consulting to internal teams and stakeholders on network design and optimization
• Document network configurations, policies, and procedures
• Provide technical support and training to staff
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (security, cloud, application, and operations) to align network solutions with business goals

Required Skills & Knowledge

• Core Networking
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
• Hands-on experience with Cisco networking equipment (routers, switches, firewalls)
• Expertise in Meraki Wi-Fi and switching deployments
• Proficiency with Cisco ISE for authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA)
• Solid experience in routing and switching technologies
• Security Expertise
• In-depth knowledge of Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Panorama centralized management
• Experience with compliance and security frameworks
• Wireless & SD-WAN
• Strong experience in wireless networking (Wi-Fi design, deployment, troubleshooting)
• Knowledge of SD-WAN solutions (Cisco Viptela, Meraki, or similar)
• Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Proficiency in troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, SolarWinds, Nagios)
• Monitoring & Analysis
• Strong skills in network performance monitoring and health checks
• Experience with monitoring platforms (SolarWinds, PRTG, Nagios, Cisco Prime, or similar)
• Skilled in problem isolation and root cause analysis
• Documentation & Drawings
• Ability to create and maintain accurate network diagrams and documentation
• Experience with Visio or similar tools for visualizing network architecture
• Analysis, Troubleshooting & Consulting
• Strong problem isolation skills to identify root causes quickly
• Expertise in troubleshooting complex network issues across multi-vendor environments
• Skilled at documenting findings and implementing long-term solutions
• Experience providing technical consulting to guide IT and business teams
• Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
• Understanding of network redundancy, failover, and high availability strategies
• Experience supporting disaster recovery planning and testing
• Collaboration
• Prominent ability to work with cross-functional teams (security, cloud, application, operations)
• Strong communication skills to translate technical concepts into business language
• Ability to lead discussions, present solutions, and influence decision-making across departments
• Leadership & Global Engagement
• Experience working with global teams and remote collaboration
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing