Network Engineer

We are seeking a talented and experienced Network Engineer to assist in the management, maintenance, and optimization of our network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of knowledge in Cisco switching/IOS/firewall, SD-WAN network architecture, and network best practices to support the reliability and performance of our operations across 140+ sites and AWS.

Candidates must live in the Roseville, CA area.

WORKSITE : Northern California (Roseville, CA) - Hybrid

WORK SCHEDULE : Business hours

PAY RATE: $50/hour to $54/hour

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Network Maintenance and Optimization

• Maintain and implement network solutions to ensure high availability and performance.
• Plan and execute maintenance activities, including firmware updates, security patches, and hardware replacements.

Network Security

• Assist in evaluating, testing, and documenting current network security baselines for both hardware and software.
• Ensure compliance with security protocols to meet organizational needs.

Performance Monitoring and Troubleshooting:

• Monitor network performance using tools like SolarWinds and Wireshark to ensure efficiency and reliability.
• Provide troubleshooting support for network outages, slowdowns, or incidents affecting infrastructure.

Collaboration and Documentation:

• Collaborate with other infrastructure teams, including Windows, Linux, and Cloud, to enhance operational performance.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations, procedures, and best practices.

Support and Development:

• Participate in on-call rotations and provide support for system emergencies and maintenance activities.
• Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending infrastructure improvements and enhancements.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

-Strong experience in Cisco administration, including switching configurations and firewalls.

-Working knowledge and hands-on experience with SD-WAN networks.

-Proficiency in network troubleshooting tools like packet tracing and Wireshark.

-Knowledge of F5 appliances and their administration.

-Experience implementing and maintaining VPN solutions.

-Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

-3+ years of experience working in an enterprise network operations environment.

-1+ years of experience documenting policies, procedures, and system architecture.

-Strong understanding of networking principles and practices.

-Familiarity with monitoring tools like SolarWinds.

-Proven ability to design and maintain secure, high-performing networks.

-Strong written and verbal communication skills for documentation, technical reporting, and collaboration with stakeholders.

-Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Fortuna is a staffing agency that sources screens and presents potential candidates for employment opportunities on behalf of our clients.

Fortuna was founded in 2012 by practicing professionals with more than 50 combined years of experience. Our headquarters is in McClellan, California with offices in Los Angeles and New York, and satellite offices in the Philippines and Israel. Fortuna is an active member of multiple California service agreements, including the CMAS, ITMSA (Tier 2), and CalPERS SpringFed Pool, as well as multiple municipalities and large corporation vendor pools

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