Network Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
Duration: 6 months Contract Experienced Senior Network Engineer with hands-on experience in ... Configure and manage Cisco Nexus switches supporting Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, including ...
Network Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
Duration: 6 months Contract Experienced Senior Network Engineer with hands-on experience in ... Configure and manage Cisco Nexus switches supporting Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, including ...
... Layer 3)- Experience in IT infrastructure project management more than 10 years- Strong ... Contract can be extended until March 2026 Bilingual (Japanese & English) * UPDATED from French to ...
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... Layer 3)- Experience in IT infrastructure project management more than 10 years- Strong ... Contract can be extended until March 2026 Bilingual (Japanese & English) * UPDATED from French to ...
... 3 and Layer 2 configuration and management Disaster Recovery - Networking Bandwidth monitoring and capacity planning Extensive knowledge of Internet Protocols, communication protocols, data and ...
... 3 and Layer 2 configuration and management Disaster Recovery - Networking Bandwidth monitoring and capacity planning Extensive knowledge of Internet Protocols, communication protocols, data and ...
Security/Firewall Architect
Dallas, TX · On-site
$64.25 - $83/hr
... Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) ICAP (Contractor ... Advanced Layer 3 and Layer 4 Packet Analysis * Checkpoint, Cisco and Juniper Multi-Services ...
Security/Firewall Architect
Dallas, TX · On-site
$64.25 - $83/hr
... Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) ICAP (Contractor ... Advanced Layer 3 and Layer 4 Packet Analysis * Checkpoint, Cisco and Juniper Multi-Services ...
Security/Firewall Architect
$64.25 - $83/hr
Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) ICAP (Contractor ... Advanced Layer 3 and Layer 4 Packet Analysis * * Checkpoint, Cisco and Juniper Multi-Services ...
Security/Firewall Architect
$64.25 - $83/hr
Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) ICAP (Contractor ... Advanced Layer 3 and Layer 4 Packet Analysis * * Checkpoint, Cisco and Juniper Multi-Services ...
Network Engineer
Beaumont, TX · On-site
$100K/yr
Beaumont, TX Contract duration: PERM Description: * Network and System Engineer with over 5 years ... Experience in working with Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switches & Routers. * Working knowledge of ...
Network Engineer
Beaumont, TX · On-site
$100K/yr
Beaumont, TX Contract duration: PERM Description: * Network and System Engineer with over 5 years ... Experience in working with Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switches & Routers. * Working knowledge of ...
Security/Firewall Architect
$64.25 - $83/hr
... Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) ICAP (Contractor ... Advanced Layer 3 and Layer 4 Packet Analysis * Checkpoint, Cisco and Juniper Multi-Services ...
Security/Firewall Architect
$64.25 - $83/hr
... Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) ICAP (Contractor ... Advanced Layer 3 and Layer 4 Packet Analysis * Checkpoint, Cisco and Juniper Multi-Services ...
Data Center Coordinator
Little Rock, AR · On-site
... understanding of core layer 2 and layer 3 fundamentals · Experience configuring and ... Cisco Unified Communications Manager · Bachelor's Degree in a technology related field is ...
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Data Center Coordinator
Little Rock, AR · On-site
... understanding of core layer 2 and layer 3 fundamentals · Experience configuring and ... Cisco Unified Communications Manager · Bachelor's Degree in a technology related field is ...
... Layer 3 In depth understanding of intermediate switching hardware Understand current industry ... Proactive and effective communication within and out of the organization Works well with others ...
... Layer 3 In depth understanding of intermediate switching hardware Understand current industry ... Proactive and effective communication within and out of the organization Works well with others ...
Senior Network Engineer - Telecom
Allen, TX · On-site
$96K - $132K/yr
Proven experience with Layer 2, Layer 3, and MPLS network architectures. * Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset. * Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate ...
Senior Network Engineer - Telecom
Allen, TX · On-site
$96K - $132K/yr
Proven experience with Layer 2, Layer 3, and MPLS network architectures. * Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset. * Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate ...
Senior Network Engineer - Telecom
Allen, TX · On-site
$96K - $132K/yr
Proven experience with Layer 2, Layer 3, and MPLS network architectures. * Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset. * Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate ...
Senior Network Engineer - Telecom
Allen, TX · On-site
$96K - $132K/yr
Proven experience with Layer 2, Layer 3, and MPLS network architectures. * Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset. * Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate ...
Senior Network Engineer - Telecom
Allen, TX · On-site
$96K - $132K/yr
Proven experience with Layer 2, Layer 3, and MPLS network architectures. * Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset. * Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate ...
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Senior Network Engineer - Telecom
Allen, TX · On-site
$96K - $132K/yr
Proven experience with Layer 2, Layer 3, and MPLS network architectures. * Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset. * Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate ...
Senior Software Engineer - EVPN VXLAN
$180K - $220K/yr
Work with Layer 3 protocols such as BGP and OSPF. * Collaborate on Layer 2 bridging software ... Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with experience in working with cross-functional teams.
Senior Software Engineer - EVPN VXLAN
$180K - $220K/yr
Work with Layer 3 protocols such as BGP and OSPF. * Collaborate on Layer 2 bridging software ... Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with experience in working with cross-functional teams.
Team Lead, IT Network Engineering
Brentwood, TN · On-site
$96K - $132K/yr
Superior Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocol troubleshooting ability, specifically with using protocol ... Superior knowledge of Cisco Unified Communications Systems. * Superior knowledge of firewalls, data ...
Team Lead, IT Network Engineering
Brentwood, TN · On-site
$96K - $132K/yr
Superior Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocol troubleshooting ability, specifically with using protocol ... Superior knowledge of Cisco Unified Communications Systems. * Superior knowledge of firewalls, data ...
Work with Layer 3 protocols such as BGP and OSPF. * Collaborate on Layer 2 bridging software ... Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with experience in working with cross-functional teams.
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Work with Layer 3 protocols such as BGP and OSPF. * Collaborate on Layer 2 bridging software ... Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with experience in working with cross-functional teams.
Senior Software Engineer - EVPN VXLAN
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$180K - $220K/yr
Work with Layer 3 protocols such as BGP and OSPF. * Collaborate on Layer 2 bridging software ... Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with experience in working with cross-functional teams.
Senior Software Engineer - EVPN VXLAN
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$180K - $220K/yr
Work with Layer 3 protocols such as BGP and OSPF. * Collaborate on Layer 2 bridging software ... Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with experience in working with cross-functional teams.
Network Engineer with Security Clearance
Lincoln, MA · On-site
$145K - $185K/yr
Troubleshoot complex Layer 2 and Layer 3 network issues, outages, degraded performance, and Tier 3 ... Strong communication, documentation, analytical, and customer-service skills. Preferred ...
Network Engineer with Security Clearance
Lincoln, MA · On-site
$145K - $185K/yr
Troubleshoot complex Layer 2 and Layer 3 network issues, outages, degraded performance, and Tier 3 ... Strong communication, documentation, analytical, and customer-service skills. Preferred ...
As a Mission Critical Communication Solutions Test Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring ... Validate Layer 1 (PHY), Layer 2 (MAC/RLC/PDCP), and Layer 3 (RRC/NGAP) signaling and procedures.
As a Mission Critical Communication Solutions Test Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring ... Validate Layer 1 (PHY), Layer 2 (MAC/RLC/PDCP), and Layer 3 (RRC/NGAP) signaling and procedures.
... layer 3 and 4 protocols (e.g., IP, TCP, UDP, etc.) * Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret ... Familiarity with DoD command, control, and communication protocols * Experience with data analysis ...
... layer 3 and 4 protocols (e.g., IP, TCP, UDP, etc.) * Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret ... Familiarity with DoD command, control, and communication protocols * Experience with data analysis ...
Senior Software Engineer - EVPN VXLAN
$180K - $220K/yr
Work with Layer 3 protocols such as BGP and OSPF. * Collaborate on Layer 2 bridging software ... Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with experience in working with cross-functional teams.
Senior Software Engineer - EVPN VXLAN
$180K - $220K/yr
Work with Layer 3 protocols such as BGP and OSPF. * Collaborate on Layer 2 bridging software ... Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with experience in working with cross-functional teams.
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Job description
Role :Network engineer
Location: Plano, Texas. 4 days in office.
Duration: 6 months Contract
Experienced Senior Network Engineer with hands-on experience in enterprise network infrastructure, data center networking, and hybrid cloud connectivity. The role requires strong expertise in Cisco Nexus switching and routing, enterprise firewall management (Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto), and hybrid connectivity solutions including Azure ExpressRoute. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting secure and highly available network environments across on-premises data centers and cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure. The engineer will support critical infrastructure services, ensure secure network operations, troubleshoot complex connectivity issues, and maintain reliable routing for enterprise applications and database backup systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain enterprise data center network infrastructure including switching, routing, and segmentation.
Configure and manage Cisco Nexus switches supporting Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, including VLANs, vPC, STP, and high availability architectures.
Implement and troubleshoot routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF to ensure stable and optimized traffic routing.
Manage and administer Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto firewalls, including security policies, NAT configuration, VPN connectivity, and traffic inspection.
Support infrastructure-level network security, ensuring proper network segmentation, firewall enforcement, and secure access controls.
Configure and maintain hybrid connectivity between on-premises data centers and Microsoft Azure using Azure ExpressRoute and VPN.
Troubleshoot complex network, firewall, and cloud connectivity issues affecting servers, applications, and database systems.
Support enterprise infrastructure services including SQL database connectivity, backup routing, and application traffic flows.
Monitor network health and performance using network monitoring and observability tools, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime.
Perform traffic path analysis, routing validation, firewall log analysis, and root cause analysis during production incidents.
Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, security, and system engineering teams to support enterprise IT operations.
Required Skills
Hands-on years of experience in enterprise networking and network engineering.
Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus switching platforms in data center environments.
Deep understanding of Layer 2 / Layer 3 networking concepts including VLANs, trunking, routing, and network segmentation.
Experience with routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF.
Hands-on experience managing Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto firewall platforms.
Experience configuring and supporting Azure networking services including Azure Virtual Networks and Azure ExpressRoute.
Strong troubleshooting skills in hybrid network environments (on-premises + Azure cloud).
Experience supporting enterprise infrastructure networks, server connectivity, and secure application traffic routing.
Experience with data center high availability architecture and redundancy design.
Experience with network monitoring tools and infrastructure observability platforms.
Knowledge of enterprise security best practices and network segmentation strategies.
Experience supporting critical enterprise systems including database and backup traffic routing.
Location: Plano, Texas. 4 days in office.
Duration: 6 months Contract
Experienced Senior Network Engineer with hands-on experience in enterprise network infrastructure, data center networking, and hybrid cloud connectivity. The role requires strong expertise in Cisco Nexus switching and routing, enterprise firewall management (Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto), and hybrid connectivity solutions including Azure ExpressRoute. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting secure and highly available network environments across on-premises data centers and cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure. The engineer will support critical infrastructure services, ensure secure network operations, troubleshoot complex connectivity issues, and maintain reliable routing for enterprise applications and database backup systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain enterprise data center network infrastructure including switching, routing, and segmentation.
Configure and manage Cisco Nexus switches supporting Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, including VLANs, vPC, STP, and high availability architectures.
Implement and troubleshoot routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF to ensure stable and optimized traffic routing.
Manage and administer Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto firewalls, including security policies, NAT configuration, VPN connectivity, and traffic inspection.
Support infrastructure-level network security, ensuring proper network segmentation, firewall enforcement, and secure access controls.
Configure and maintain hybrid connectivity between on-premises data centers and Microsoft Azure using Azure ExpressRoute and VPN.
Troubleshoot complex network, firewall, and cloud connectivity issues affecting servers, applications, and database systems.
Support enterprise infrastructure services including SQL database connectivity, backup routing, and application traffic flows.
Monitor network health and performance using network monitoring and observability tools, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime.
Perform traffic path analysis, routing validation, firewall log analysis, and root cause analysis during production incidents.
Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, security, and system engineering teams to support enterprise IT operations.
Required Skills
Hands-on years of experience in enterprise networking and network engineering.
Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus switching platforms in data center environments.
Deep understanding of Layer 2 / Layer 3 networking concepts including VLANs, trunking, routing, and network segmentation.
Experience with routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF.
Hands-on experience managing Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto firewall platforms.
Experience configuring and supporting Azure networking services including Azure Virtual Networks and Azure ExpressRoute.
Strong troubleshooting skills in hybrid network environments (on-premises + Azure cloud).
Experience supporting enterprise infrastructure networks, server connectivity, and secure application traffic routing.
Experience with data center high availability architecture and redundancy design.
Experience with network monitoring tools and infrastructure observability platforms.
Knowledge of enterprise security best practices and network segmentation strategies.
Experience supporting critical enterprise systems including database and backup traffic routing.