Direct Hire, Cisco Network Engineer (On-site, W2 Only)

Top Skills' Details

1. Layer 2 & 3 routing and switching to support production floor environment

2. Cisco ISE experience. Implementing profiling devices and an onboarding process. Other NAC (Network Access Control) tools will be considered.

3. DNA Center. Meraki or Secure Network Analytics a huge plus.

Description

• TEKsystems is helping an enterprise level client identify highly motivated Network Engineer to provide critical support for their enterprise wired and wireless networks.
• The ideal candidate will excel in both independent and collaborative settings, working with teams across the organization to ensure our IT assets deliver the reliability, performance, and value necessary to support our rapidly growing business.

Responsibilities:

• Provide onsite and remote network administration and support in a 24x7 manufacturing operation for both IT and OT systems.
• This includes ensuring network reliability and addressing any urgent issues that may arise.
• Ensure continuous operation through proactive planning, maintenance, and monitoring of critical IT networks and supporting systems across multiple sites. This involves regular updates, patches, and performance tuning to prevent downtime.
• Design, set up, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues related to Cisco hardware, wireless, switching, and routing. This includes configuring network devices, optimizing network performance, and resolving connectivity issues.
• Provide technical support for network security platforms, including Cisco ISE and Secure Network Analytics. This involves implementing security policies, monitoring security threats, and responding to security incidents
• Administer, maintain, and optimize network infrastructure comprised of Cisco Catalyst and IE3000 series switches, wireless controllers, and access points with DNA Center and Cisco ISE. This includes managing network configurations, monitoring network health, and ensuring optimal performance.
• Create and maintain detailed systems documentation. This includes documenting network configurations, changes, and procedures to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
• Participate in multiple business projects and provide technical expertise and support as needed. This involves collaborating with project teams, providing network-related insights, and ensuring network requirements are met.
• Evaluate and make expert recommendations for improvements to IT platforms, architecture, and capabilities to ensure appropriate service levels, performance, and cost of ownership. This includes staying updated with the latest network technologies and best practices.