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Job Title: Senior Network Engineer Location: Austin, TX (Onsite 3-4 Days a Week) Department: IT/Network Infrastructure Length of Assignment: 6 months (opportunity to extend or convert) Overview: Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Network Engineer to join their team in Austin, TX. This role will primarily focus on Cisco, VMware, Palo Alto, WAN, and BGP technologies, with a strong emphasis on routing, new site configuration, and cloud service integration. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with O365, Azure cloud services, and advanced network security concepts. This position requires someone with expertise in network engineering and a passion for problem-solving in a dynamic environment. The position will require onsite presence 3-4 days a week. Key Responsibilities: • Cisco Technologies: • Manage and configure Cisco routing, switching, and wireless networks. • Configure Port Authentication using Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE). • Ensure optimal network performance through regular monitoring and troubleshooting. • Routing: • Primary focus on routing protocol configurations, including BGP. • Troubleshoot and resolve routing issues affecting WAN performance. • Work with cross-functional teams to ensure network reliability and scalability. • New Site Configuration: • Lead new site configuration efforts, including rack, stack, and cabling. • Support Test and Turn Up (TTU) processes to ensure readiness of new locations. • Provide on-site installation and setup for new network infrastructure. • VMware: • Support and manage VMware environments, ensuring stable virtual networking. • Assist in troubleshooting and optimizing virtual network performance. • Palo Alto: • Configure and manage Palo Alto firewalls, ensuring proper security measures are in place. • Implement and optimize access rules for secure network traffic. • Configure and maintain Site-to-Site VPNs for secure remote connectivity. • Ensure high availability of Internet access by implementing dual ISP handoff for redundancy. • O365 Email and Cloud Services: • Manage and support O365 email services. • Oversee cloud service integrations and optimizations. • Azure Cloud Services: • Implement and maintain Azure cloud solutions, including Blob Storage, ExpressRoute, and Private Link. • Support cloud-based networking and connectivity within Azure. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. • 5+ years of experience in network engineering or a related role. • Strong knowledge and experience with Cisco routing, switching, and wireless technologies. • Hands-on experience with VMware and network virtualization. • Experience with Palo Alto firewalls and security solutions. • Strong proficiency in BGP, WAN, and routing protocols. • Experience with cloud technologies, specifically Azure (Blob storage, ExpressRoute, Private Link). • Ability to manage and troubleshoot complex network configurations. • Knowledge of O365 and cloud-based email systems. • Excellent communication and troubleshooting skills. • Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams. • Must be onsite in Austin, TX 3-4 days per week. Preferred Certifications: • Cisco CCNP or CCIE • Palo Alto PCNSE • VMware VCP • Azure certifications

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