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ExecutivePlacements.com · 7 hours ago

Cisco Network Engineer

Sugar Land, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

ExecutivePlacements.com is seeking a skilled and motivated Cisco Network Engineer to design, implement, secure, and support their enterprise network infrastructure. This role involves configuring and maintaining Cisco switches, routers, and firewalls, ensuring high availability and security of network services.

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Responsibilities

Install, configure, and maintainCisco Catalyst Switches and Routersin access, distribution, and core layers

Manage and supportCisco routerswith a strong emphasis onOSPF routing design, redistribution, and troubleshooting

Configure, monitor, and secureCisco ASA, FortiGate, and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD)firewalls, including policy creation, NAT, VPNs, and intrusion prevention

Perform routinenetwork performance monitoring, tuning, and capacity planning

Implement networkredundancy and failover strategiesto maximize uptime

Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to align firewall and intrusion prevention systems with security policies

Troubleshoot Layer 2/3 connectivity issues and provide timely resolution of incidents

Maintain accurate documentation of network diagrams, device configurations, and operational procedures

Stay current with Cisco best practices, emerging technologies, and security advisories

Qualification

Cisco networking technologiesOSPF routing protocolCisco ASACisco Firepower Threat DefenseLayer 2/3 troubleshootingVPN technologiesNetwork diagramsCisco certificationsIndependent thinkingCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skills

Required

3+ years of experience working with Cisco networking technologies (switches, routers, firewalls)

Strong knowledge of OSPF routing protocol and general IP routing concepts

Hands-on experience with Cisco ASA and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense

Proficiency in troubleshooting complex Layer 2/3 issues using CLI and monitoring tools

Familiarity with VPN technologies (site-to-site, remote access) and firewall rule management

Ability to create and interpret network diagrams and documentation

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

A Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or other relevant STEM field or equivalent technical training backed by industry recognized credentials and certifications

Three years of information technology experience with an emphasis on infrastructure and operations

Experience in the following technologies/products is required, Cisco networking and communications applications and appliances

Valid Texas Driver License