Sr Network Engineer

Innova Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer with a strong background in advanced network design, deployment, and management.

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY!

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK FULLTIME ON W2 - NO SPONSORSHIP!!The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of enterprise networking, security, and virtualization technologies

Cisco ACI Experience is required.

Hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls, F5 load balancers, Cisco ACI, VMware NSX, and Meraki.

F5 is preferred; however, similar load balancing products WILL be considered

This role requires a strategic thinker with the ability to implement and manage complex network architectures to support our growing infrastructure - at the enterprise level.

Candidates with large enterprise level, multi-tenant and MSP experience are highly preferred.

Must be able to work fulltime on w2 fulltime employment.

Local candidate ONLY! Must be able to work Onsite 4 days/week!

Key Responsibilities:Network Design and Implementation: Design, deploy, and manage network infrastructure with a focus on high availability, performance, and scalability.

Security Management: Configure and maintain Palo Alto firewalls, ensuring best practices in network security and access control.

Load Balancing and Optimization: Manage F5 load balancers, ensuring optimal traffic distribution and application performance.

Data Center Networking: Oversee Cisco ACI configurations to support efficient, scalable data center operations.

Network Virtualization: Implement and maintain VMware NSX to support virtualized network environments and enhance network flexibility.

Cloud-Managed Networking: Utilize Cisco Meraki solutions to support cloud-managed network functions, including SD-WAN and Wi-Fi.

Troubleshooting and Support: Lead in troubleshooting complex network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and quick resolution for high-impact issues.

Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate documentation and ensure all network changes adhere to compliance and security standards.

Qualifications:Experience: Minimum of 5+ years in network engineering, with a focus on enterprise-level infrastructure.

Certifications: Preferred certifications include CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE (Palo Alto), F5-CTS, VMware VCP-NV (for NSX), and Meraki CMNA or equivalent.

Skills and Knowledge:Proficiency in configuring and managing Palo Alto firewalls.

Strong experience with F5 load balancing and traffic management.

Hands-on expertise with Cisco ACI and data center networking principles - required

In-depth knowledge of VMware NSX for network virtualization.

Familiarity with Cisco Meraki cloud-managed network solutions.

Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment. Strong communication skills to collaborate across teams and present technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders.

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range- $60-70/hr W2

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

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