Network Engineer

Job Title: Network Engineer
Location: Lutz, FL
Duration: 6 Months
Shift: Standard Business Hours

Short Description:

*The main function of these positions is patching/upgrading Cisco network equipment (routers /Switches). Vulnerability assessments.*
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Implement, and manage the organization's network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, SDN, and OT networks, ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability.
2. Oversee the deployment and maintenance of Cisco network technologies, ensuring secure and efficient operations through proactive monitoring and troubleshooting.
3. Ensure network security and compliance by developing and enforcing policies, procedures, and standards aligned with industry regulations.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
-5-7 years of experience planning/designing, implementing, and supporting new and existing network Devices
-Experience with Cisco routers, Switches and Wireless Access Points
-Experience patching/upgrading Cisco network equipment (routers /Switches)
-Router/switch configurations/break-fix
 Required:     8 years of experience in network management, with a focus on Cisco technologies, WAN, and SDN.  
Preferred:    Experience in managing Data Centers/Architecture and OT and experience in the utility industry or similar environments.
Licenses/Certifications
Preferred:    Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP or equivalent certifications.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA) 
Required: GREAT COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Strong network management and operations skills.
• Requires overall awareness of cloud and compute and storage environments, the industry, vendor management, operations management and ITIL.
• Possesses business and technical acumen and the ability to influence customers, team members, and management.
• Process-driven and continuous improvement focus.
• Ability to work both independently, and in a team-oriented, collaboratively

Preferred:

• Strong IP networking skills
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements
• Familiarity with network licensing optimization
• Familiarity with cloud-based network solutions and services
• Keeping up to date with advances in technology and industry best practices

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
-Load Balancer
-SolarWinds 
Day-to-Day
Seeking an experienced Network Engineer to work on-site in Tampa, FL. Responsibilities include:
-Main functions: patching/upgrading Cisco network equipment (routers/switches)
 -Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure, including Cisco routers, switches, and wireless access points across Power Plants, Solar Fields, and Control Centers.
-Replace routers and switches at client sites
-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless installation and configuration of server and storage infrastructure.
-Monitor, troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve server, network, DDoS protection, and NetScaler load balancer issues.
-Provide project leadership and consult with peers on security-related matters