Network Engineer (Meraki Systems)
Job Description
One of our clients in the government domain is looking for a Network and Security Engineer with deep expertise in Cisco Meraki technologies, Skilled in designing and implementing secure, high-performance networks using next-generation firewalls (Cisco FTD, Firepower series, ANS Cloud Firewalls), and a strong understanding of networking protocols. Adept in integrating Meraki and Catalyst systems, managing Aruba wireless platforms, and optimizing enterprise network security and connectivity.
Network Engineer (Meraki Systems)
Hybrid: Mostly remote, but may need to report to the TEC building in London, OH 43140, as needed
Long Term Contract
Years of Relevant Experience: 10 plus years
The candidate will be required to report on-site to pick up equipment on the first day.
Rate: $31/hr on W2 Max
Responsibilities:
- Providing expertise in Cisco Meraki-based technologies
- Understanding of Meraki RSTP
- Understanding of Meraki switch setup
- Understanding of Meraki & Catalyst setup
- Meraki models: MS350-48FP, MS120-8FP, MS425-16, MS425-32
- Demonstrating knowledge working with networking protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, IPSEC, TCP/IP, and MPLS).
- Leading the design and architecture of Next Generation Firewall solutions tailored to meet the organization's security and business requirements.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into effective firewall configurations.
- Implementing and deploying NGFW solutions based on industry s best practices in the industry, ensuring high levels of security, availability, and performance.
- Reviewing and updating firewall policies to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
- Designing, configuring, and maintaining IPSEC VPN tunnels to establish secure communication channels between remote offices, third-party partners, and cloud environments.
- Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to VPN connectivity and performance.
- Implementing Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) to enhance network segmentation and isolation.
- Collaborating with IT teams, security analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of NGFW solutions.
Required Skills:
- Expertise in Cisco Meraki-based technologies, Meraki RSTP, Meraki switch setup, and Meraki & Catalyst setup
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into effective firewall configurations.
- Designing, configuring, and maintaining IPSEC VPN tunnels to establish secure communication channels between remote offices and third-party partners.
- Configuring and managing Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) to facilitate efficient and scalable routing within the organization's network infrastructure
- MS350-48FP, MS120-8FP, MS425-16, MS425-32,
- FTD Firewalls (FTD on ASA5525-x, FTD on firepower 2130, firewall 3120 Threat Defense, firepower 1120 with FTD, firewall 3110 Threat Defense), ANS Cloud Firewalls.
- Being very knowledgeable in managing Cisco Meraki switches is a plus.
Highly Desired Skills:
- Demonstrating knowledge working with networking protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, IPSEC, TCP/IP, and MPLS)
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations, processes, and procedures.
- Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to VPN connectivity and performance
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams
Technologies:
- Oversees activities & stays abreast of network technologies such as Cisco Firepower, Cisco Meraki Fiber & access switches (MS425-32, MS425-16, MS350-48FB, MS120-8FB),
- Cisco Routers (4500X Layer 3 Switch, 2901, 8200), FTD Firewalls (FTD on ASA5525-x, FTD on firepower 2130, firewall 3120 Threat Defense, firepower 1120 with FTD, firewall 3110 Threat Defense)
- ANS Cloud Firewalls, IPSecV2 & GRE Tunnel configurations, remote access (VPN) configuration, & management, Aruba wireless networking technologies (Aruba central)
- Aruba controller-based enterprise Wi-Fi platforms, including cloud-based & on-premises wireless controllers & cloud proxy & reverse-proxy technologies.
Education:
- 4-year college degree
Job Description
One of our clients in the government domain is looking for a Network and Security Engineer with deep expertise in Cisco Meraki technologies, Skilled in designing and implementing secure, high-performance networks using next-generation firewalls (Cisco FTD, Firepower series, ANS Cloud Firewalls), and a strong understanding of networking protocols. Adept in integrating Meraki and Catalyst systems, managing Aruba wireless platforms, and optimizing enterprise network security and connectivity.
Network Engineer (Meraki Systems)
Hybrid: Mostly remote, but may need to report to the TEC building in London, OH 43140, as needed
Long Term Contract
Years of Relevant Experience: 10 plus years
The candidate will be required to report on-site to pick up equipment on the first day.
Rate: $31/hr on W2 Max
Responsibilities:
- Providing expertise in Cisco Meraki-based technologies
- Understanding of Meraki RSTP
- Understanding of Meraki switch setup
- Understanding of Meraki & Catalyst setup
- Meraki models: MS350-48FP, MS120-8FP, MS425-16, MS425-32
- Demonstrating knowledge working with networking protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, IPSEC, TCP/IP, and MPLS).
- Leading the design and architecture of Next Generation Firewall solutions tailored to meet the organization's security and business requirements.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into effective firewall configurations.
- Implementing and deploying NGFW solutions based on industry s best practices in the industry, ensuring high levels of security, availability, and performance.
- Reviewing and updating firewall policies to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
- Designing, configuring, and maintaining IPSEC VPN tunnels to establish secure communication channels between remote offices, third-party partners, and cloud environments.
- Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to VPN connectivity and performance.
- Implementing Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) to enhance network segmentation and isolation.
- Collaborating with IT teams, security analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of NGFW solutions.
Required Skills:
- Expertise in Cisco Meraki-based technologies, Meraki RSTP, Meraki switch setup, and Meraki & Catalyst setup
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into effective firewall configurations.
- Designing, configuring, and maintaining IPSEC VPN tunnels to establish secure communication channels between remote offices and third-party partners.
- Configuring and managing Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) to facilitate efficient and scalable routing within the organization's network infrastructure
- MS350-48FP, MS120-8FP, MS425-16, MS425-32,
- FTD Firewalls (FTD on ASA5525-x, FTD on firepower 2130, firewall 3120 Threat Defense, firepower 1120 with FTD, firewall 3110 Threat Defense), ANS Cloud Firewalls.
- Being very knowledgeable in managing Cisco Meraki switches is a plus.
Highly Desired Skills:
- Demonstrating knowledge working with networking protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, IPSEC, TCP/IP, and MPLS)
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations, processes, and procedures.
- Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to VPN connectivity and performance
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams
Technologies:
- Oversees activities & stays abreast of network technologies such as Cisco Firepower, Cisco Meraki Fiber & access switches (MS425-32, MS425-16, MS350-48FB, MS120-8FB),
- Cisco Routers (4500X Layer 3 Switch, 2901, 8200), FTD Firewalls (FTD on ASA5525-x, FTD on firepower 2130, firewall 3120 Threat Defense, firepower 1120 with FTD, firewall 3110 Threat Defense)
- ANS Cloud Firewalls, IPSecV2 & GRE Tunnel configurations, remote access (VPN) configuration, & management, Aruba wireless networking technologies (Aruba central)
- Aruba controller-based enterprise Wi-Fi platforms, including cloud-based & on-premises wireless controllers & cloud proxy & reverse-proxy technologies.
Education:
- 4-year college degree