Posted 4 weeks ago
Network Engineer, Senior
Company: Sentinel Technologies
Category: IT
Downers Grove
Type: Full Time
Sentinel is seeking a Senior Network Engineer for their deployment team. This individual will be standing up and deploying secure network solutions for mid to enterprise-level client environments. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with the ability to perform autonomously and drive a project to successful completion. Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience working with Cisco, Palo Alto, and/or Fortinet solutions is a plus.
- 2+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing wired LAN solutions in enterprise environments is required.
- Proficiency configuring, deploying, and upgrading Cisco Catalyst series switches, including but not limited to, 2k, 3k, and 9k series.
- Proficiency configuring, deploying, and upgrading Cisco routing platforms, including but not limited to, ISR 4k and Catalyst 8k platforms.
- Working knowledge of dynamic routing protocols, including EIGRP, OSPF, or BGP.
- Experience in designing, implementing, and managing WAN solutions in enterprise environments strongly encouraged.
- Solid understanding of network protocols, including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and VLANs.
- Strong knowledge of Cisco wireless technologies, including Cisco Aironet access points, wireless LAN controllers, and/or Meraki wireless a plus.
- 3+ years of experience working with Cisco, Palo Alto, and/or Fortinet solutions is a plus.
- Experience deploying and using Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) a plus.
- Cisco ACI and SD WAN experience is a plus
- Firewall experience, including managing security policies, NAT rules, and NGFW features a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
- Vendor certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE, or equivalent are preferred.
- Exceptional customer relations skills required
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is a plus.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
