Network Engineer - System Soft Technologies : Job Details

Position: Network Engineer

Location: Hybrid (Remote/In-Person at 1430 Maryland Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106)

Schedule: Minimum 2 days onsite per week, including Monday or Friday

Contract Duration: January 15, 2025 – January 14, 2027 (with possible extensions)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support, maintain, and configure network equipment for a critical initiative involving state government departments and law enforcement agencies. This role requires expertise in Cisco networking, firewalls, load balancers, and network management tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform network system administration tasks to ensure availability, maintainability, and security.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network hardware, including Cisco switches, wireless systems, and firewalls (Checkpoint, Palo Alto, F5 load balancers).
• Execute configurations for Cisco ASA, CheckPoint, Palo Alto, and Catalyst 9300 switches to support Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS).
• Develop and document processes to optimize service desk ticketing workflows.
• Support and configure SolarWinds Orion, KIWI Syslog, and Savvius for network monitoring.
• Conduct unit and integration testing procedures.
• Provide knowledge transfer and documentation to stakeholders.

Required Skills and Experience:

• At least 3 years of experience with network hardware and software technologies.
• Expert knowledge of Cisco hardware, including switches, VPN, and IOS.
• Advanced understanding of TCP/IP protocols and troubleshooting techniques.
• Proficiency with network testing tools such as Sniffers and protocol analyzers like Savvius OmniPeek.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco Catalyst and 9300 switches, CheckPoint, and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Familiarity with Network Quality of Service (QOS) techniques and network management systems.
• Experience with Software Defined Networking (SDN) solutions.
• Proficiency in F5 Big IP (LTM, ASM, AFM, APM).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CJIS-compliant networking environments.
• Knowledge of modern networking trends and best practices.

Interview Process:

Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. Candidates must be available for the interview to remain under consideration.

This role is an excellent opportunity to work on impactful projects while leveraging your expertise in advanced networking technologies. If this aligns with your skills and career goals, we'd love to hear from you!