Cloud Network Engineer

Cloud Network Engineer
Location: REMOTE
Pay Rate: Open to Both C2C and W2 options
Position Type: Multiyear Contract

Summary
The cloud Network Engineer will maintain technical expertise in all relevant areas of Cisco networks
including hardware and software interconnection, interfacing, routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs,
bridges, gateways, etc. The candidate will propose solutions to management that meet communication
requirements based on future needs and current usage, and configure such solutions to optimize cost
savings. This is a hands-on IT infrastructure position in a dynamic and fast paced environment and
require close collaboration with operations, vendors, and delivery teams.

Responsibilities:
• Deploys and configures Cisco CSRs (Cloud Service Routers) within cloud instances
• Deploys and configures CheckPoint CloudGuard Firewalls within cloud instances
• Performs problem isolation and resolution of network problems through troubleshooting and devising
effective solutions
• Installs patches and maintains accurate records of network changes and patch/update levels
• Performs network management functions such as monitoring, maintenance, IA, performance
measurement and reporting
• Performs updates to network devices including firewalls, NIDS, switches, routers and crypto devices
• Prepares or ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions,
policies, and procedures
• Provides regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house
systems
• Participate in 24x7 on-call rotation
• Other duties as assigned

Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in related field or 5+ years of experience in Networking, Network Security
• Desired Certifications of MCSA/MCSE (Cloud Technologies), Checkpoint CCSE, and/or CCNA/CCNP
• 3-5 years' experience in Checkpoint firewall Technologies, preferably Checkpoint R80.10
• 1 -2 years' experience with Azure cloud Networking technologies
o VNETs, Express Route, User Defined Routes, Network Security Groups, Azure Load
balancers, Application Gateways, Azure DNS
• 3-5 years' experience with the following Networking Technologies: TCP/IP, STP, HSRP, NAT, QOS,
SNMP, SYSLOG
• Expertise in routing technologies (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
• Expertise in Security Technologies (IPS, Anti-virus, Anti-Bot, Proxy, Data loss Prevention, HTTPs
Inspection)
• Experience with IP Address Management (IPAM) solutions from Infoblox

For immediate consideration, please apply directly or contact Ryan Pustilnik at (301) 740-2110.