Senior Network Engineer (Cisco, Palo Alto, Aruba Expertise)

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Job Summary
Location
Santa Rosa ,CA 95402
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
02 Jan 2025
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Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer with a proven track record in designing, implementing, configuring, deploying, troubleshooting, and testing advanced networking solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Cisco routers and switches, firewalls (PAN and Cisco), Aruba and Cisco Wireless Access Points (WAPs) and controllers, and possess solid network design principles (wired and wireless).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement robust network solutions involving Cisco routers/switches, Palo Alto Firewalls, and Aruba WAPs.
  • Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot network equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex networking issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Utilize tools such as Infoblox, SolarWinds, StruxureWare, and Firepower Management Console for network monitoring and management.
  • Collaborate with teams to maintain compliance with strict deployment schedules, including off-hours and weekend implementations.
  • Maintain strong communication and organizational skills, meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Required Skills & Abilities:

  • 5+ years of experience with:
  • PAN Firewalls, Cisco ASA/FTD
  • F5 Load Balancers and Citrix Netscalers
  • Routing & Switching (BGP and EIGRP protocols)
  • Authentication Policy Servers (ISE or Aruba ClearPass)
  • Layer 2 network design concepts
  • Expertise in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving networking issues.
  • Ability to work on-site five days a week and during off-business hours as required.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification is a plus.