Job Description :
Our direct client is looking for a Sr Cisco WAN Analyst and Engineer for a Long Term Contract in Trenton, NJ.
Position Description:
- Client's Wide Area Networking unit is looking for a qualified network engineer to assist in a number of projects involved in upgrading the existing WAN architecture.
- These upgrades are necessary to improve the capacity, resiliency, flexibility and security of the WAN to meet existing and future requirements.
- This engineer will perform technical analysis, support and troubleshooting, provide technical and input to decision makers and provide general systems engineering support with regard to the existing WAN architecture and the migration to new architectures.
- The network engineer will assist in the planning, implementation, and support of these new architectures. - The ideal candidate will have significant network experience with emphasis on Cisco products and routing protocols.
Skills Required:
- Upgrading WAN Architectures- Perform Technical Analysis for Network Capacity
- Perform Technical Analysis for Network Resiliency- Perform Technical Analysis for Network Security- Perform Technical Analysis for Network Flexibility
- Experience providing Systems engineering support with regard to the existing WAN architecture and the migration to new architectures.
- Wide Area Network Engineer with strong Cisco routing skills using EIGRP and BGP protocols.
- Experience in planning and Implementing a backup solution for existing EVPL WAN using DIA – (Direct internet access) with IPSEC/DMVPN tunnels to provide backup links and offloading of guest access using same DIA at branch locations.
- Ability to troubleshoot and configure Vlans, Layer 2 Port-Channel, Dot 1Q trunks, VPCs and general Data Link layer issues.
- Ability to comprehend industry standard network topologies, best practices, deviations, technical standards and the ability to explain in a clear manner.
- Ability to support existing infrastructure using established tools and techniques requiring knowledge of SNMP, Netflow, QoS and Syslog.
- Understanding of ISP business practices and AAS-type offerings including cloud hosting, co-hosting, infrastructure and security as a service.
- Experience with configuration and maintenance of Cisco networking equipment: ISR routers (1900, 2800, 2900, 3800, 3900, 4300, 4400), ASR 1000 and ASR 9000 aggregation routers. - Experience with configuration and maintenance of Cisco switching: Nexus 5000, 7000, Catalyst 6500.Skills Preferred:- Expert level knowledge of Cisco IOS platform.
- Ability to document and diagram technologies deployed and to develop documentation for any new initiatives prior to deployment or purchases.
- Ability to effectively communicate changes the in-house change management system. - Understanding of network policies and procedures surrounding general network operation optimization/ best practices and to establish new policies if none exist.
Experience Required:
- Experience with utilizing Cisco hardware platforms including Cisco IOS, IOS-XE and ISO-XR OS’s - Required - 7 Years
- Experience with troubleshooting and configuring Vlans, Layer 2 Port-Channel, DOT 1Q trunks, VPCs and general Data Link layer - Required - 7 Years
- Experience with tools and techniques requiring knowledge of SNMP, Netflow, QoS and Syslog. ISR and ASR routers, Cisco switching, Nexus, FWSM, ASA 55xx, application and load balancing technologies - Required - 7 Years
Education Required:
- 4-year college degree or equivalent technical study with advanced study preferred- CISCO Certification - Highly Desired
Additional Information:- One-hour unpaid lunch
Questions:
(1) Fingerprinting, Full State & Federal Background Check to be completed by the Client. Is your background all clear?
(2) Has the candidate ever worked for the Government of State of NJ ? Is yes, please provide: Agency Name, Start and End Date, In what capacity worked, Reason for Finishing work with the agency, Manager Name and Number?
Location: Trenton, NJ
Type: Long Term Contract
Please send resume to "jobs at " with A2658A in Subject for immediate consideration