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Senior Network Engineer

Purple Drive

Sparks, NV

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Cisco Network Systems, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNA, DNS (Domain Name System), Failover, Firewall Administration, Firewalls, High Availability, IPsec (IP Security), Identify Issues, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Leadership, Local Area Network (LAN), NAT (Network Address Translation), Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Operations Center, Network Security, Network Security Design, Onboarding, Operating Systems, Operational Support, Personal Area Network (PAN), Problem Solving Skills, Radio Frequency, Remote Access, Root Cause Analysis, Security Monitoring, Technical Leadership, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Wide Area Network (WAN), Wireless Communications, Wireless LAN, Wireshark (Ethereal)
LOCATION
Sparks, NV
POSTED
2 days ago
Overview:

Senior Network Engineer / Network Security Engineer (Cisco SDA, ACI, Palo Alto)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer with deep expertise in Cisco SDA, Cisco ACI, Palo Alto Firewalls, and enterprise networking technologies.

The ideal candidate will handle advanced (L3/P1) troubleshooting, network design, security implementation, and operational support across LAN, WAN, Data Center, and security environments.

Key Responsibilities

Network Architecture & Implementation

  • Implement and support:
    • Cisco SDA (DNA Center, ISE, fabric onboarding)
    • Cisco ACI (APIC, EPGs, contracts, fabric design)
Firewall & Security Management

  • Administer Palo Alto Firewalls:
    • Security policies, NAT, routing
    • VPN (IPSec, site-to-site, remote access)
    • Panorama and threat prevention
Wireless Network Management

  • Manage enterprise WLAN environments:
    • Cisco / Aruba
  • Perform:
    • RF optimization
    • Roaming troubleshooting
    • High-density deployments
VPN & Connectivity

  • Design and troubleshoot:
    • IPSec VPNs
    • Multi-vendor VPN environments
Infoblox (DDI) Administration

  • Manage:
    • DNS, DHCP, IPAM
  • Handle:
    • Grid management
    • Failover and high availability
Advanced Troubleshooting (L3/P1)

  • Lead troubleshooting of critical issues across:
    • LAN / WAN / Data Center / Security
  • Perform:
    • Real-time packet analysis using Wireshark
  • Drive resolution during high-pressure incidents
Operations & Support

  • Manage:
    • Network devices and upgrades
  • Support:
    • Incident resolution and root cause analysis
  • Assist L1/L2 teams in resolving issues
Collaboration & Leadership

  • Lead technical troubleshooting calls
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams
  • Communicate technical issues effectively to stakeholders
• Required Skills

Networking (Core)

  • TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, QoS, Multicast
Cisco Technologies

  • Cisco SDA (DNA Center, ISE)
  • Cisco ACI (APIC, EPGs, Contracts)
Security

  • Palo Alto Firewalls (PAN-OS, Panorama)
  • IPSec VPN
Wireless

  • Enterprise WLAN (Cisco / Aruba)
DDI

  • Infoblox (DNS, DHCP, IPAM)
Tools

  • Wireshark (packet capture & analysis)
Soft Skills

  • Strong troubleshooting skills
  • Communication & stakeholder management
  • Ability to work under pressure
Experience Required

  • 7-12+ years of experience in:
    • Network Engineering / Network Security
  • Strong hands-on experience in:
    • Cisco & Palo Alto environments
Preferred Skills

  • Multi-vendor network environments
  • Automation exposure (good to have)
  • Experience in high-availability and enterprise networks

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