Citrix/Cisco Network Engineer

Citrix/Cisco Network Engineer

HYBRID in Ybor City, FL 33605

12+ Months Contract - Potential to extend

Key Responsibilities:

Citrix ADC (NetScaler) Administration

• Design, deploy, and configure Citrix ADC (NetScaler) for load balancing, application delivery, and security.
• Develop and implement load balancing strategies to optimize application performance.
• Manage and maintain Citrix ADC environments for high availability and reliability.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot Citrix ADC-related issues.
• Apply patches, updates, and firmware upgrades.
• Collaborate with network and application teams to resolve complex issues.
• Implement and maintain security configurations in compliance with organizational policies.

Network Engineering & Infrastructure

• Design and implement network architecture, including routers, switches, and load balancers.
• Configure and maintain Cisco networking devices (Catalyst 9200, 9300, 9400).
• Perform network maintenance, updates, and performance monitoring.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity, security, and performance issues.
• Implement network security measures such as NAC, IDS/IPS, and SIEM tools.
• Support data center migration projects, ensuring minimal downtime.

Security & Compliance

• Implement SSL, authentication solutions, and encryption protocols.
• Ensure compliance with industry security standards and address security vulnerabilities.
• Conduct security audits and support Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT) resolutions.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• 6-8 years of experience in Citrix ADC (NetScaler) and Cisco networking.
• Strong knowledge of HTTP, SSL, authentication protocols, OSI model, and Layer 7 networking.
• Hands-on experience with Citrix ADC models (SDX, MPX, VPX), Citrix Gateway, and ADM.
• Experience integrating Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (XenDesktop) with Citrix Gateway.
• Expertise in Cisco routers, switches, wireless access points, and firewall administration.
• Proficiency in load balancing, SSL VPN, ICA reverse proxy, HA, LLB, GSLB, and firmware upgrades.
• Familiarity with packet sniffing tools, network monitoring tools (SolarWinds), and Citrix troubleshooting.
• Ability to work in rotational shifts in a banking/insurance environment.
• Strong coordination skills to interact with system admins, security teams, and application owners.
• Experience working with Citrix TAC, Cisco support, and other vendor escalation teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with firewalls (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point).
• Familiarity with network automation and scripting for operational efficiency.

• Experience in data center disaster recovery (DC/DR) switchovers and failover testing.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Citrix/Cisco Network Engineer

HYBRID in Ybor City, FL 33605

12+ Months Contract - Potential to extend

Key Responsibilities:

Citrix ADC (NetScaler) Administration

• Design, deploy, and configure Citrix ADC (NetScaler) for load balancing, application delivery, and security.
• Develop and implement load balancing strategies to optimize application performance.
• Manage and maintain Citrix ADC environments for high availability and reliability.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot Citrix ADC-related issues.
• Apply patches, updates, and firmware upgrades.
• Collaborate with network and application teams to resolve complex issues.
• Implement and maintain security configurations in compliance with organizational policies.

Network Engineering & Infrastructure

• Design and implement network architecture, including routers, switches, and load balancers.
• Configure and maintain Cisco networking devices (Catalyst 9200, 9300, 9400).
• Perform network maintenance, updates, and performance monitoring.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity, security, and performance issues.
• Implement network security measures such as NAC, IDS/IPS, and SIEM tools.
• Support data center migration projects, ensuring minimal downtime.

Security & Compliance

• Implement SSL, authentication solutions, and encryption protocols.
• Ensure compliance with industry security standards and address security vulnerabilities.
• Conduct security audits and support Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT) resolutions.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• 6-8 years of experience in Citrix ADC (NetScaler) and Cisco networking.
• Strong knowledge of HTTP, SSL, authentication protocols, OSI model, and Layer 7 networking.
• Hands-on experience with Citrix ADC models (SDX, MPX, VPX), Citrix Gateway, and ADM.
• Experience integrating Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (XenDesktop) with Citrix Gateway.
• Expertise in Cisco routers, switches, wireless access points, and firewall administration.
• Proficiency in load balancing, SSL VPN, ICA reverse proxy, HA, LLB, GSLB, and firmware upgrades.
• Familiarity with packet sniffing tools, network monitoring tools (SolarWinds), and Citrix troubleshooting.
• Ability to work in rotational shifts in a banking/insurance environment.
• Strong coordination skills to interact with system admins, security teams, and application owners.
• Experience working with Citrix TAC, Cisco support, and other vendor escalation teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with firewalls (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point).
• Familiarity with network automation and scripting for operational efficiency.

• Experience in data center disaster recovery (DC/DR) switchovers and failover testing.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.