*We are unable to sponsor for this 12+ month contract role, no 3rd party candidates will be considered*

Prestigious Enterprise Institution is currently seeking a Cisco Network Engineer with Palo Alto Firewall experience. Candidate will report to the Network Service Group Leader and will be a subject matter expert in Cisco R/S and Firewalls.

Responsibilities:

• Complete the migration of the Firewalls to a new hardware platform and convert the existing Firewall rules into zone-based policies
• Set up a site-wide network for Industrial Control Systems (Metasys/Pegasys) and deploy new ICS Firewalls
• Enhance security of VPN service with additional feature Scan before connect
• Complete the upgrade of DNS services into a new system supporting internal and external views for DNS (Split-DNS or multi-views DNS)
• Assist with the design and implementation the Laboratory's IPv6-only network, provide support to users with the transition to IPv6 only environment.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years thorough working knowledge of IP Networking in large networks preferably based on Cisco products, deep understanding of TCP, UDP and layer-2/layer-3 network protocols, familiarity with Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) technology
• 8+ years hands-on experience managing, maintaining and troubleshooting issues in large networks with a mix of Cisco Switches, Routers, Palo-Alto Firewall systems
• 5+ years managing Palo-Alto Firewalls
• 5+ years managing InfoBlox DNS appliances
• A good understanding and working experience in IPv6 Networking
• 5+ years of the most recent work experience with switching and routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, HSRP, SPT)
• 5+ years of experience with Cisco IOS, NXOS software, configuring and managing Cisco Switches and Routers, familiarity with Cisco Nexus 7K/9K and Catalyst platforms
• Working experience with 802.1x port security and network access policy enforcement in large networks
• Experience working within an ITIL framework and processes with successful outcomes within a large scale diverse global service management environment.
• Excellent communication skills including written, verbal and visualizations; ability to communicate and facilitate at all levels of the organization.
• BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent training and experience