Advanced Network Engineer (Consultant)

We are searching for a Network Consultant to assist with our client's needs. Strong Cisco and Palo Alto knowledge needed.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Business hours, some off hours support

Type: w2 contract, 6 months

Location: First 3 months onsite full-time in Philadelphia, PA. Once up to speed, hybrid possible

Skills and experience:

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in similar role.
• CISCO Certification mandatory, CISCO CCNP minimum.
• Expert knowledge of CISCO Hardware (Router, Switches, Firewall, SAN Switches and Fabric manager) and IOS.
• Experience with EVPL, MPLS, TLS, SIP, ENS.
• DNS Administration.
• Expert Knowledge with Palo Alto firewall. PCNSA preferred.
• CISCO UCS and HP Chassis networking experience.
• Experience with working with SCADA networks.
• Expert knowledge of networking technologies (VPN, Wireless).
• Strong understanding of the seven-layer model.
• Strong customer focus and ability to manage client expectations.
• Effectiveness in all aspects of core technical skills.
• Experience with cloud networking a must.
• Knowledge with Sonus Gateways preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills (ability to present and discuss technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding)
• Solid knowledge of Desktop and Server Operating systems and Hardware technologies.
• Ability to plan and oversee day-to-day activities independently.
• Proven ability to work under stress or in emergencies.
• Flexibility to handle pressure coming from all directions simultaneously.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite tools and Visio.

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