Network Engineer

Network EngineerLocation: Reno, NVJob DescriptionMust Have Technical/Functional Skills- Expert in implementing, and support Cisco ACI (policy model, contracts, EPGs, fabric troubleshooting).- Administer and troubleshoot Palo Alto Firewalls including:o Security policies, NAT, routingo VPN (IPSec, site-to-site, remote access)o Panorama management and threat prevention profiles- Manage and support enterprise wireless networks (Cisco, Aruba, or equivalent), including RF optimization, roaming, and high-density deployments.- Design, configure, and troubleshoot IPSec VPNs, including third-party interoperability.- Administer Infoblox DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) including grid management, failover, and automation integration.- Lead hands-on P1 troubleshooting for complex network issues across Application, LAN, WAN, DC, and security domains.- Real-time packet capture skills to investigate complex issues during live P1 calls. (Wireshark)Required Technical Skills- Cisco SDA: DNA Center, ISE integration, fabric edge/control nodes, policy troubleshooting OR Cisco ACI: APIC, EPGs, contracts, fabric health, L2/L3 connectivity- Palo Alto Firewalls: PAN-OS, Panorama, security policies, IPSec VPN, NAT- Wireless: Enterprise WLAN design, RF analysis, troubleshooting- VPN: IPSec site-to-site, remote access, multi-vendor environments- Infoblox: DNS, DHCP, IPAM, Grid Master, HA- Networking Fundamentals: TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, QoS, multicastRoles & Responsibilities- Troubleshooting the Level 3 and advanced network issues and performing call backs ensuring issues are resolved & appropriate solution is provided to the customer in a high pressure factory environments- Responsible for investigating causes, tests solutions & suggest solutions in place to reduce the time taken to resolve the network related tickets.- Manage new and existing equipment, hardware, and network device software upgrades.- Understanding Network support priorities and objectives and taking an active role in accomplishing them.- Should be able to lead and drive technically the Operational issues on his own in a high pressure environment engaging multiple stakeholders during live troubleshooting.- Help level 1 & level 2 resources to address the Network related issues.- Strong understanding of network routing and switching protocols required.- Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical issues in an easy-to-understand manner.- Resourceful, with the ability to work independently.- Strong time management skills and attention to detail.- Ability to multi-task activities with shifting priorities.Generic Managerial Skills, If anyShould be able to lead and drive the Operational issues on his own.