Network Engineer

Location: Greenville or Raleigh, Hybrid in office Role Summary We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer with strong expertise in Cisco networking, Meraki Wi‑Fi and switching, Palo Alto firewall technologies (including Panorama), and advanced knowledge of wireless, routing, switching, SD‑WAN, Cisco ISE, performance monitoring, and technical consulting. This role is critical in ensuring reliable connectivity, optimal performance, and secure communication across all systems. The Network Engineer will collaborate with IT teams, provide consulting expertise, troubleshoot complex issues, and support infrastructure growth to meet evolving business needs. Key Responsibilities Design, configure, and deploy LAN, WAN, wireless, and SD‑WAN networks Implement and manage Meraki Wi‑Fi and switching solutions Configure and maintain Cisco ISE for network access control and policy enforcement Monitor network performance, health, and capacity trends to ensure optimal operation Conduct trend analysis to proactively identify potential issues and recommend improvements Implement and maintain firewalls, VPNs, and security protocols Manage network hardware (routers, switches, access points) and software tools Administer Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama for centralized management Perform hardware and software upgrades, patches, and ongoing maintenance to ensure system reliability Provide technical consulting to internal teams and stakeholders on network design and optimization Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (security, cloud, application, and operations) to align network solutions with business goals Document network configurations, policies, and procedures Provide technical support and training to staff Collaborate with vendors and service providers for network solutions Required Skills & Knowledge Core Networking Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) Hands‑on experience with Cisco networking equipment (routers, switches, firewalls) Expertise in Meraki Wi‑Fi and switching deployments Proficiency with Cisco ISE for authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) Solid experience in routing and switching technologies Security Expertise in Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Panorama centralized management Knowledge of network security practices (IDS/IPS, firewalls, encryption) Familiarity with VPNs, access control, and secure network design Experience with compliance and security frameworks Wireless & SD‑WAN Solid experience in wireless networking (Wi‑Fi design, deployment, troubleshooting) Knowledge of SD‑WAN solutions (Cisco Viptela, Meraki, or similar) Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Proficiency in troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, SolarWinds, Nagios) Monitoring & Analysis Strong skills in network performance monitoring and health checks Ability to conduct trend analysis for capacity planning and optimization Experience with monitoring platforms (SolarWinds, PRTG, Nagios, Cisco Prime, or similar) Skilled in problem isolation and root cause analysis Documentation & Drawings Ability to create and maintain accurate network diagrams and documentation Experience with Visio or similar tools for visualizing network architecture Analysis, Troubleshooting & Consulting Strong problem isolation skills to identify root causes quickly Ability to perform in-depth network analysis for performance and security optimization Expertise in troubleshooting complex network issues across multi‑vendor environments Skilled at documenting findings and implementing long‑term solutions Experience providing technical consulting to guide IT and business teams Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Understanding of network redundancy, failover, and high availability strategies Experience supporting disaster recovery planning and testing Collaboration Proven ability to work with cross‑functional teams (security, cloud, application, operations) Strong communication skills to translate technical concepts into business language Ability to lead discussions, present solutions, and influence decision‑making across departments Leadership & Global Engagement Experience working with global teams and remote collaboration Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing Additional Skills Ability to script or automate tasks (Python, PowerShell, Bash) Solid grasp of virtualization and virtual networking Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field Relevant certifications (CCNA, CCNP, Palo Alto PCNSE, Meraki CMNA, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent) preferred 2–5 years of experience in network engineering #J-18808-Ljbffr