VPN Network Engineer - Remote / Telecommute

• The VPN Network Engineer is responsible for configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining secure network infrastructure in a multi-data center environment.
• The role involves managing VPN connectivity, optimizing network performance, ensuring compliance with security standards, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver reliable network services.

Requirement/Must Have:

• Configuration and troubleshooting of IPSEC site-to-site VPNs.
• Ability to read, understand, and troubleshoot complex routing issues.
• Strong understanding of networking in a multi-data center environment.
• Ability to work with minimal guidance and seek assistance only on the most complex tasks.
• Strong communication skills with leadership, peers, project managers, clients, and stakeholders.
• Flexible work schedule with the ability to perform after-hours changes.

Responsibilities:

• Configure and troubleshoot IPSEC site-to-site VPNs.
• Author technical documentation, including network diagrams.
• Monitor network performance and implement performance tuning when necessary.
• Diagnose connectivity problems and resolve network issues.
• Work closely with clients and vendors on the implementation of products and services.
• Ensure security and operational standards are maintained in accordance with compliance requirements, HIPAA standards, and industry best practices.
• Work independently with minimal guidance and seek assistance only on the most complex tasks.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, peers, project managers, clients, and stakeholders.

Should Have:

• CCNP certification or higher, or equivalent experience.
• Experience installing and maintaining Cisco routers and switches.
• Experience managing Arista switches.
• Strong documentation skills and experience with tools such as Visio.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.