Network Engineer with CISCO IPSEC VPN Experience - REMOTE
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Job Title: Network Engineer with CISCO IPSEC VPN Experience
Location: REMOTE
Long term contract
IDEAL BACKGROUND:
The ideal candidate will be a Mid-level network engineer with Cisco IPSEC VPN experience. We need network engineers familiar with building IPSEC site-to-site VPN tunnels, using Cisco CLI. Along with these technical skills, this position also requires outstanding communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The candidate will be dealing with multiple external 3rd party companies, negotiating VPN variables, coordinating, and scheduling the changes, and troubleshooting connectivity issues after deployment.
TOP REQUIREMENTS: Years of experience: 8+ years
Configuration and troubleshooting of IPSEC site-to-site VPNs
Works with minimal guidance; seeks guidance on only the most complex tasks
Communicate effectively with leadership, peers, project managers, clients, and stakeholders
Flexible work schedule with ability to make after hours changes.
US Based due to the support of Government connectivity requirements.
What experience will set candidates apart from one another
Hands on experience with Cisco routers building site-to-site IPSEC tunnels.
Clear and articulate verbal and written/documentation skills.
Current team:
Multiple routing and switching subject matter experts made up from 5 Onshore engineers, 3 Offshore engineers, 4 Contractors and 1 Architect.
INTERVIEW PROCESS:
a. How many rounds 1-2
b. Video vs. phone No Preference
c. How technical will the interviews be The technical aspect will be around IPSEC VPNs, with the remainder being high level of overall skills related to technologies defined on the candidate's resume.
Primary Responsibilities:
Configuration and troubleshooting of IPSEC site-to-site VPNs
Author technical documentation such as network diagrams
Monitor network performance and implement performance tuning when necessary
Diagnose connectivity problems and resolve network issues
Work closely with clients and vendors on implementation of products and services
Ensure security and operational standards and procedures are maintained in accordance with compliance requirements, HIPAA standards, and industry best practices
Works with minimal guidance; seeks guidance only on the most complex tasks
Communicate effectively with leadership, peers, project managers, clients, and stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications:
CCNA or higher certification
Experience installing and maintaining Cisco routers and switches
Experience in Arista switch management
Experience in Palo Alto firewalls
Documentation skills and use of programs such as Visio
Skilled in a scripting language such as Python
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
