Strong understanding of IP addressing, IP traffic management, DNS/DHCP, NTP, security, and network monitoring tools. Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent technical discipline.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Frisco, TX
Description
This is a 6-month contract position for IP Network Engineers based in Frisco, Texas (hybrid).
Responsibilities
Design, configure, and troubleshoot IP network infrastructure including IPv4 and IPv6 environments
Manage and optimize network traffic, including DNS/DHCP, NTP, and network security
Configure and troubleshoot QoS, VLANs, and ACLs using industry-standard tools
Monitor network performance using tools such as Netflow, Solarwinds, and application response time monitoring solutions
Support data center network environments with expertise in Leaf & Spine architecture
Operate and maintain switches from vendors including HPE Aruba, 3com, H3C, and Arista
Work with firewalls and security appliances from Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Checkpoint
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent technical discipline
8+ years of IT/Engineering experience
5+ years of hands-on experience with IPv4 and IPv6 protocols and network infrastructure
Strong understanding of IP addressing, IP traffic management, DNS/DHCP, NTP, security, and network monitoring tools
3+ years of experience configuring and troubleshooting QoS, VLANs, and ACLs
Proficiency with troubleshooting tools including Netflow, Solarwinds, and application response time monitoring tools
3+ years of hands-on experience with HPE Aruba, 3com, H3C, Arista, and Juniper switches
3+ years of experience with Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Checkpoint firewalls
2+ years of experience working within data center network environments