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Our client is seeking an Network Engineer - DevOps Focused in Miami, FL.

Job Description

Analyze business needs and develop or procure technological solutions for the company (worldwide); procure methods and implement solutions in alignment with departmental goals and cost effectiveness. Monitor and evaluate solutions, troubleshoot issues as necessary to ensure service quality and IT systems performance. Support includes specification, installation, testing and monitoring of network systems and peripherals within established standards and guidelines to deliver operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic analysis in data network planning, engineering and design; work directly with business groups to develop solutions. Performs project preparation and setup as assigned by project leader. Manage project implementation and rollout and may sign off on vendor deliverables. Participate and may devise solutions for areas of project responsibility. Create or upgrade network components to meet business demands and/or infrastructure upgrades.
• Evaluate LAN/WAN hardware and software requirements and capabilities related to user needs and make recommendations for purchase and implementation. Develop and document standards for network architecture along with coordinating network integration under the general guidance of the network manager. Coordinate maintenance for network equipment and troubleshoot problems with department users and ships. Installs software programs on LAN or WAN. May formulate programming and configuration system changes for software applications to facilitate network system capability.
• Utilize monitoring tools and techniques to ensure optimum system availability by the early identification of equipment or software warnings and the proactive scheduling of preventive maintenance. Partner with vendors to schedule and implement recommended maintenance updates. Ensure key performance indicators and interconnections with other systems are operational and do not exceed established thresholds. Provide solutions to prevent problems from occurring in area of responsibility. Schedule and monitor backups of critical systems to insure availability in case of system failure.
• Develop uniform operation procedures for Network (LAN) and wide area Network (WAN) hardware and software and communicate these procedures to ensure departmental efficiency, including implementation of self-service where appropriate.
Requirements & Skills

• 5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer in complex, enterprise environments, with strong proficiency in Routing & Switching (Cisco preferred), Firewall configuration (Fortinet), and Cisco ISE
• Hands-on experience with SD-WAN technologies (Silver Peak preferred; Cisco or other alternatives acceptable)
• Must possess strong background in network automation, including Ansible, Python, and platforms like Itential or Torq
• Must possess strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with a valid passport, able to travel internationally (5–10% travel annually for Devops focused role or 30-35% for classic Network Engineer role)
• Comfortable supporting shipboard operations, remote infrastructure, and global deployments
Preferred
• Experience & proficiency w/ SDA Fabric, DNA, and ACI are extremely high plusses (BASICALLY JACKPOT IF THEY HAVE THESE)
• Cisco CCNP Certification is highly preferred
EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, MIS or related field of study; or any equivalent combination of relevant experience, education and training. Mid-level networking certifications strongly preferred.
3 - 5 years of experience with configuration and management of enterprise networking hardware including routers, switches, voice over IP telephony, wireless infrastructure, firewalls and internet proxy devices. Recent experience with network administration / configuration/ management related. Industry experience strongly preferred.
Experience with networking protocols to include routing (BGP, EIGRP, OSPF) and switching (Cisco proprietary protocols and network standard protocols including but not limited to spanning tree, trunking protocol, MPLS technology.) Ability to work independently and multitask in a real time environment with good troubleshooting skills. Sound decision-making skills with ability to meet deliverables of infrastructure projects. Ability to maintain technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, including but not limited to: routers, switches, VoIP, Wireless, and Security. Ability to travel offsite including international locations on average 40% annually; work includes occasional weekend or after hour time, when necessary. Ability to read, write and understand technical manuals, procedural documentation and original equipment manufacturer guides. Ability to conduct research into network issues and products as required. Good verbal and written communication skills with a strong commitment to excellent customer service. Strong initiative, priority setting and collaboration skills. Ability to lift potentially heavy hardware equipment within reasonable accommodation.
Benefits/Other Compensation:

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401K.

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