Network Engineer :: Tallahassee, FL (Onsite)

Network Engineer - Tallahassee, FL

Duration: 9 months, Onsite

Seeking a Senior Network Engineer to assist the Office of Information Technology with establishing new integration methods and standards, implementing system integrations, and maintaining network security.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure and document firewall infrastructure and access rules.
• Deploy firewalls, migrate rules, and administer firewall policies.
• Manage core network infrastructure devices and cloud network infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain documentation following NIST guidelines.
• Lead technical evaluations and product assessments for networking and cybersecurity solutions.
• Provide advanced technical support and consultation on complex network and cybersecurity issues.
• Design and support enterprise network infrastructure, including LAN/WAN, VPNs, and cloud connectivity.

Experience:

• 5 to 10 years of combined IT and security work experience.
• 3 to 5 years of experience with information security tools based on NIST standards.
• Experience with NGFW Palo Alto or Checkpoint security products preferred.
• Experience using schematic diagramming tools for infrastructure layouts.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to adapt to change and new information.
• Leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Knowledge of quality assurance ideologies and techniques.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred Certifications: PCNSE, CISSP, CCNP, CCIE