Network Engineer - Network Security

TEKsystems - Irvine, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Irvine, CA

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Network Engineer plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of the enterprise network. This position involves a variety of technical and non-technical functions, where the engineer typically receives moderate instructions for routine tasks and general guidance for new projects or assignments. The primary responsibility includes making recommendations for the design of network solutions and performing operational maintenance on all network hardware, which encompasses routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access control servers, and other related equipment. In addition to maintaining daily operations, the Network Engineer is tasked with monitoring and analyzing network performance across the organization's Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), and Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). The role also involves assisting in the implementation of new technologies and procedures for technology systems, as well as managing and administering the security and authentication network, including remote access networks. Furthermore, the engineer assists in evaluating and implementing upgrades to networking devices and security-related updates, ensuring that the telecommunications network is effectively managed and administered. The Network Engineer provides Tier 2 support for escalated service desk tickets, adhering to established protocols, and offers mentorship to junior Network Engineers. This position requires a solid understanding of various networking technologies and protocols, including Cisco Nexus, routing, switching, firewalls, and more. Experience in designing Wide, Metro, and Local Area Networks, as well as familiarity with Main Distribution Frames (MDFs) and Intermediate Distribution Frames (IDFs), is essential. Candidates must possess at least one Associate-level certification in Cisco Networking or have a minimum of three years of experience in a related Network Engineer position. Additionally, having a CCNP or CCNA certification and experience in network migrations involving over 1000 nodes is highly advantageous. Experience in the Financial Services Industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Make recommendations in the design of network solutions.
• Perform operational maintenance on the enterprise network.
• Maintain daily operations of all network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access control servers.
• Monitor and analyze network performance across the organization's LAN, WAN, and WLAN.
• Assist in the implementation of new technologies and procedures for technology systems.
• Manage and administer the security and authentication network, as well as the remote access network.
• Evaluate and implement networking device upgrades and security-related updates.
• Manage and administer the telecommunications network.
• Provide Tier 2 support for escalated service desk tickets and mentorship to Network Engineer I.

Requirements

• At least one Associate level certification in Cisco Networking or 3+ years of experience in a related Network Engineer position.
• CCNP/CCNA certification is preferred.
• Experience in the design of Wide/Metro/Local Area Networks (WAN/MAN/LAN), MDFs, and IDFs.
• Experience in network migrations consisting of 1000+ nodes is a definite plus.
• Financial Service Industry experience preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Cisco Nexus, routing, switching, firewall, FMC, FTD, Cisco switches, Cisco ISE, IPSec, cloud technologies, Azure, and Cisco DNA.