Network Engineer

Position: Network Engineer

Location: New York, NY

Type: On-site 5 days/week

Duration: Perm

Pay Rate: $105,000 - $120,000/year

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement and support network infrastructure for the company.
• Assist network architect in configuration and monitoring of infrastructure.
• Develop and document network policies, procedures, and standards.
• Monitor network performance, identify, and resolve issues.
• Modify and enhance existing network equipment.
• Troubleshoot problems reported by customers and end-users.
• Collaborate with other IT staff to assure smooth operation of network infrastructure.
• Research and evaluate new network technologies and products.
• Promote new ideas and make sound technical decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or related field – preferred.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience with configuration and support for network infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure, network hardware, protocols and standards.
• Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices, including wireless access points, firewall, routers, switches.
• Experience with Palo Alto Firewalls and Cisco routers, routing protocols, monitoring tools.
• Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Certifications in Cisco, Palo Alto, or other network technologies are a significant advantage. Candidates should have a passion for leveraging technology to optimize network performance and deliver superior service to customers and end-users.