Network Engineer

Kforce Inc.

Greenwood Village, CO

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$53.03–$68.31
SKILLS
Access Control, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Ansible, Application Programming Interface (API), Automation, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, Capacity and Performance Management, Cisco Network Systems, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Documentation, Firewalls, High Availability, Hybrid Cloud, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Intrusion Detection Systems, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Juniper Networks Product Family, Legal, Load Balancing, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Microsoft Windows Azure, NAT (Network Address Translation), Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Design, Network Monitoring, Network Operations Center, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Support, Network Switching, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Python Programming/Scripting Language, REST (Representational State Transfer), Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Remote Access, Root Cause Analysis, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Short Messaging Service (SMS), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Systems Administration/Management, Technical Leadership, Telecommunications, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Wide Area Network (WAN)
LOCATION
Greenwood Village, CO
POSTED
Today
Kforce is immediately seeking an experienced Network Engineer in support of our enterprise telecommunications and mass media client based in Greenwood Village, CO. Responsibilities:
  • Design, implement, maintain, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure across on-premise data centers, branch locations, and hybrid cloud environments
  • Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot routing and switching technologies to ensure network stability, performance, and scalability across multi-site environments
  • Deploy, administer, and support Palo Alto firewalls, including policy management, NAT, VPN configuration, threat prevention, URL filtering, and security rule optimization
  • Manage and maintain network security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, segmentation controls, and secure remote access solutions
  • Support network segmentation and isolation strategies to protect sensitive data, critical systems, and regulatory compliance requirements
  • Implement and support secure connectivity between on-premise infrastructure, cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure, and remote users
  • Configure and maintain load-balancing solutions to support high availability, efficient traffic distribution, and optimal application performance
  • Support the deployment and operational management of technologies such as SD-WAN, SDN, and other modern networking solutions to improve agility and efficiency
  • Monitor network health, availability, and capacity; perform performance analysis, troubleshooting, and proactive tuning to minimize downtime and service disruptions
  • Create and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, standard operating procedures, and implementation plans

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • Relevant industry certifications such as CCNP, PCNSE, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate, or similar are highly desirable
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in network engineering supporting enterprise-level network environments
  • Strong hands-on experience with routing and switching technologies and configurations in enterprise environments (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, or similar platforms)
  • Proven experience managing and troubleshooting Palo Alto firewalls, including security policies, NAT, VPNs, and advanced threat prevention features
  • Experience supporting secure networking solutions across both on-premise and cloud environments, including AWS and Azure
  • Experience with load balancing, high availability design, and performance optimization
  • Hands-on experience with network automation using scripting languages such as Python and automation tools/frameworks such as Ansible, Terraform, or REST APIs
  • Experience with network monitoring, capacity planning, performance analysis, and root cause troubleshooting
  • Strong knowledge of network security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, segmentation, and secure access controls
  • Familiarity with SDN, SD-WAN, and modern network design principles
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/