The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Network Engineer for a Remote opportunity.

Role Description

The ideal candidate is a hands-on Network Engineer to deploy and configure network infrastructure components, including NAC, routers, switches, and wireless solutions.
• They are responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of network projects, adhering to established standards and best practices.
• A key area of focus will be the deployment and configuration of Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for Network Access Control (NAC) and TACACS+.
• The successful candidate possesses a strong technical foundation in networking, excellent troubleshooting skills, a commitment to delivering high-quality results, and experience with industry-specific deployment methodologies.
• Deploy and configure network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points, following industry-standard deployment procedures and best practices.
• Implement and configure Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for Network Access Control (NAC) and TACACS+, ensuring secure access to network resources.
• Configure and troubleshoot network connectivity issues, using industry-standard troubleshooting tools and techniques.
• Perform network testing and validation, ensuring that the network meets performance and security requirements, including validating NAC and TACACS+ configurations.
• Create and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures, adhering to industry-specific documentation standards.
• Adhere to established network standards and best practices, ensuring consistency and compliance across the network, including NAC and TACACS+ policies.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless integration of network services, following industry-standard integration practices.
• Provide on-site and remote support for network deployments, resolving any issues that arise during the deployment process, including NAC and TACACS+ related problems.

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in network engineering or deployment, with experience in Automotive technology manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of networking protocols and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, wireless), and their application in specific industry contexts.
• Experience with network hardware from Cisco, Juniper, or other major vendors, and the ability to configure and troubleshoot these devices.
• Proven experience implementing and troubleshooting Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for NAC and TACACS+.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues, including NAC and TACACS+ related problems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNA Security, CCNP Security) preferred.
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA, PCI DSS, NERC CIP)

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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