Network engineer
Information Systems
Network Administrator
$ 54 - $ 60 / Hour
location_onPlano, Texas
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Akkodis is seeking a Network engineer for a Contract with a client in Plano, TX (Hybrid). The ideal candidate will design and manage secure, high-availability enterprise and hybrid cloud network infrastructure, including data center networking, firewall management, and Azure connectivity.
Rate Range: $54/Hour to $60/Hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
Network engineer Job Responsibilities include:
Design, implement, and maintain enterprise data center and hybrid cloud network infrastructure ensuring high availability and performance.
Configure and manage Cisco Nexus/Catalyst switches, including Layer 2/3 networking, VLANs, routing, and segmentation.
Administer Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto firewalls, implementing security policies, VPNs, NAT, and advanced threat protection features.
Manage hybrid connectivity using Azure networking services such as ExpressRoute, Virtual Networks, and site-to-site VPNs.
Troubleshoot complex network, firewall, and cloud connectivity issues impacting enterprise systems, applications, and databases.
Monitor network performance, conduct traffic analysis, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure and reliable operations.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering and hybrid cloud environments.
Strong expertise in Cisco Nexus/Catalyst switching, BGP/OSPF routing, and enterprise firewall management (Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto).
Proven experience with Azure networking (VNet, ExpressRoute, VPN) and implementing secure, high-availability hybrid cloud network architectures.
If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Gopal.Gupta@akkodisgroup.com.
Pay Details: $54.00 to $60.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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