Network Engineer - 0320 SS #2
NavitasPartners
Chester, VA
Position: Network Engineer
Location: Richmond, Virginia (Onsite)
Duration: 3–6 Months (Contract to Hire)
Overview
Seeking a skilled Network Engineer to manage and support enterprise network, telecommunications, and internet infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in routing, switching, SD-WAN, and network security, along with hands-on expertise in Cisco, Meraki, and Palo Alto environments.
Key Responsibilities
Network Operations & Support
Manage telecommunications, network, and internet services
Monitor network performance using monitoring tools and ensure SLA compliance
Perform network analysis, traffic tracking, and bandwidth optimization
Support SD-WAN infrastructure and remote/branch office connectivity
Infrastructure & Security
Configure and support Cisco switching and routing environments
Manage Meraki wireless networks and Palo Alto firewalls
Implement and support VPN technologies (GRE/IPSec)
Work with Network Access Control (NAC) tools (e.g., Cisco ISE, PortNox)
Support cloud networking, primarily in Microsoft Azure
Documentation & Collaboration
Create and maintain network diagrams (Visio or similar tools)
Maintain accurate system documentation and inventories
Manage telecom equipment procurement and licensing
Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors for implementation and support
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years of IT experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in telecom or network operations
Technical Skills
Cisco Switching & Routing
Meraki Wireless
Palo Alto Firewalls
SD-WAN configuration and support
VPN technologies (GRE/IPSec)
Network monitoring and configuration management (NCM) tools
Azure Cloud Networking
Preferred Certifications
CCNA / CCNP / CCIE
Palo Alto Certifications (PCNSE or equivalent)
For more details reach at resumes@navitassols.com