Network Engineer (CISCO ASA)

Must be US citizen or Green Card Holder and Local NY/NJ.

Job Summary:
The position is responsible for driving Implementation and supporting projects and other Network Engineers in their day-to-day operational activities as each person will bring their unique skill sets with them to the organization. This position is a direct report to the Technology Group Product Manager with understanding of business goals, business processes, and technology expertise in these areas.
This position is responsible for configuring, testing, implementing and supporting software, hardware and systems. This position work closely with Sr. Network Engineers and Architects that drive the analysis and physical design of technical solutions. Implementation involves creating new technology based solutions whereas support involves upgrades, maintenance or issue resolution to existing technology solutions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide network implementation and consulting for data and converged communications infrastructure based largely on Cisco equipment.
• While performing this role the candidate will be responsible for.
• Perform network-engineering tasks such as assessing and implementing firewall rules, establishing VPNs with partner companies, routing & switching and implementing access control lists, evaluating and installing software upgrades on network and security equipment.
• Engage Operations and IT Product teams to analyze security risks, propose mitigations and support network improvement projects.
• Collaborate (including staff, vendors, and consultants) to identify and resolve complex, client application and hardware problems impacting availability and performance of the systems .
• Knowledge and ability to perform the roles of Network Engineer routing and switching.
• After hours, call-out is required in the performance of the duties and responsibilities of this position.

Job Specific Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 6 years of experience in IT networking, with at least three years experience in doing some of the following: designing, implementing, operating & managing multiple network projects and or large-scale IT systems.
• Diverse experience in network/systems/security design and implementation of data network infrastructure based on security frameworks like NIST and CIS.
• Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining various Secure LAN/WAN, Zero-Trust technologies and tools.
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco IOS, Next-Gen firewalls , IPS/IDS, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Web Application Firewalls, F5 load balancers, and other network security technologies that may emerge over time.
• Working knowledge of Network Security management and monitoring tools (e.g., FireMon, SolarWinds, Firepower Monitoring Center (FMC), etc.), Cisco ISE and commands to ensure quick and efficient resolution of issues.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and multi-task effectively with strong analytical ability, problemsolving skills, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication and facilitation skills; demonstrated ability to develop business cases and sell network investment concepts and foster working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience defining metrics that measure success of the technology solution in addressing business and technical requirements as well as achieving the desired outcomes.
• Exposure to Cybersecurity concepts and best practices.

Desired Qualifications:

• Cisco certifications – Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Route/Switch, Network +.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Understanding of general IT standards, policies, best practices, guidelines, processes.
• Minimum Years of Experience 2 years of experience.
• Education Bachelor’s.