Network Engineer

Network Engineer
Remote (Onsite as needed)

Description:
DSI is searching for a Network Engineer that is extremely well rounded.

Responsibilities:

• Providing an expertise in Cisco Meraki-based technologies.
• Understanding of Meraki RSTP.
• Understanding of Meraki switch setup.
• Understanding of Meraki & Catalyst setup.
• Meraki models: MS350-48FP, MS120-8FP, MS425-16, MS425-32.
• Demonstrating knowledge working with networking protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, IPSEC, TCP/IP, and MPLS).
• Leading the design and architecture of Next Generation Firewall solutions tailored to meet the organization's security and business requirements.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into effective firewall configurations.
• Implementing and deploying NGFW solutions based on industry's best practices in the industry, ensuring high levels of security, availability, and performance.
• Reviewing and updating firewall policies to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Designing, configuring, and maintaining IPSEC.
• VPN tunnels to establish secure communication channels between remote offices, third-party partners, and cloud environments.
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to VPN connectivity and performance.
• Implementing Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) to enhance network segmentation and isolation.
• Configuring and managing Border Gate-way Protocol (BGP) to facilitate efficient and scalable routing within the organization's network infrastructure.
• Collaborating with IT teams, security analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of NGFW solutions.
• Oversees activities & stays abreast of network technologies such as Cisco Firepower, Cisco Meraki Fiber & access switches (MS425-32, MS425-16, MS350-48FB, MS120-8FB), Cisco Routers (4500X Layer 3 Switch, 2901, 8200) FTD Firewalls (FTD on ASA5525-x, FTD on firepower 2130, firewall 3120 Threat defense, firepower 1120 with FTD, firewall 3110 Threat defense), ANS Cloud Firewalls, IPSecV2 & GRE Tunnel configurations, remote access (VPN) configuration, & management, Aruba wireless networking technologies (Aruba central), Aruba controller-based enterprise Wi-Fi platforms including cloud-based & on-premises wireless controllers & cloud proxy & reverse-proxy technologies.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations, processes, and procedures.

Requirements:

• 4-year college degree
• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• MS350-48FP, MS120-8FP, MS425-16, MS425-32, FTD Firewalls (FTD on ASA5525-x, FTD on firepower 2130, firewall 3120 Threat defense, firepower 1120 with FTD, firewall 3110 Threat defense), ANS Cloud Firewalls. Very knowledgeable of managing Cisco Meraki switches is a plus.
• 10 years expertise in Cisco Meraki-based technologies, Meraki RSTP, Meraki switch setup and Meraki & Catalyst setup, required.
• 10 years experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and designing, configuring, and maintaining IPSEC VPN tunnels to establish secure communication channels between remote offices, third-party partners, required.
• 10 years experience configuring and managing Border Gate-way Protocol (BGP) to facilitate efficient and scalable routing within the organization's network infrastructure, required.
• 10 years experience demonstrating knowledge working with networking protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, IPSEC, TCP/IP, and MPLS), highly desired.
• Maintaining comprehensive documentation for configurations, processes, and procedures, highly desired.
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to VPN connectivity and performance, highly desired.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, highly desired.

About Diversified Systems
Founded in 1990, Diversified Systems is an award-winning Technology Services corporation providing all levels of IT project consulting services nationwide. DSI is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio with regional offices in the American Midwest and East Coast. We offer our consultants a number of flexible and competitive compensation benefit packages.

Diversified Systems is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
DSI values authenticity and is committed to making sure our employees and partners are valued and respected. At DSI, we believe building a diverse culture is important because we know when people work together, we can achieve better results as a team. DSI realizes that everyone comes from various backgrounds. We celebrate these differences because our employees are our greatest asset as we strive to best meet the needs of those we serve. As part of our ongoing efforts, DSI is focused on advancing equality, diversity, and inclusion by setting high standards to continually evolve our culture. This includes but is not limited to recruiting, community involvement, client delivery, and career development.