Job Description

Must Haves:

• Extensive experience in wireless network design and implementation using Cisco equipment
• Proficiency in Cisco technologies, including:
• ASA/FTD firewalls
• DNA Center
• Identity Services Engine (ISE)
• Umbrella
• Prime Infrastructure
• Mobility Services Engine (MSE)
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices
• Experience with packet capture and analysis tools such as Wireshark and Omnipeek
• Familiarity with VPN technologies and implementation (site-to-site and remote access)
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies and practices
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills using network analysis tools

Technical Proficiencies:

• Wireless Technologies: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
• Network Security: Firewalls, VPNs, dot1x/MAB authentication, dACL/SGACL
• Cisco Tools: ASDM, FMC, DNA Center, ISE, Prime Infrastructure, MSE, Umbrella, Stealth watch
• Juniper MIST
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Wireshark, Omni peek, Thousand Eyes
• Survey and Planning: Ekahau Pro
• Voice Technologies: Experience with wireless voice implementations and QoS

Plusses:

• Experience in healthcare IT environments
• Familiarity with Cisco TrustSec technology for software-defined segmentation
• Knowledge of LAN/WAN routing and switching using Cisco routers and switches
• Experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Ixia IxLoad, Ixia Chariot, Fanfare iTest) and scripting (shell scripts)
• Familiarity with Cisco Spaces (formerly DNA Spaces) for location analytics

Day-to-Day:

• Design, implement, and optimize enterprise-wide wireless network solutions using Cisco infrastructure
• Configure and manage Cisco wireless controllers, Mobility Services Engine (MSE), Prime Infrastructure, and DNA Center
• Conduct predictive and active wireless site surveys using Ekahau Pro
• Implement and manage network security measures, including firewall configuration and security policies
• Troubleshoot complex LAN/WAN and Wi-Fi network issues using tools like Wireshark, Omnipeek, and ThousandEyes
• Implement network segmentation using Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) TrustSec technology
• Configure and manage Cisco ASA and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) firewalls using Adaptive Security Device Manager (ASDM) and Firepower Management Center (FMC)
• Implement and optimize Quality of Service (QoS) for wireless voice and data applications
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members
• Evaluate and implement solutions for improving network security posture, including Cisco Umbrella and Stealthwatch

• Security Analysis and Improvement:
• Evaluate firewall rules to identify security vulnerabilities
• Recommend and implement corrective measures to enhance security posture
• Ensure compliance with organizational security policies through system hardening
• Network Segmentation:

1. Design and implement network segmentation strategies using Cisco ISE TrustSec technology
2. Create and manage zones, device/logical profiles, and policy rules
3. Configure and maintain dot1x/MAB authentication and dACL/SGACL

• Firewall Configuration and Management:

1. Configure and manage Cisco ASA and FTD firewalls using ASDM and FMC
2. Implement and maintain site-to-site VPNs
3. Set up and manage external and internal access control
4. Configure DMZ, security zones, and vendor zones
5. Implement NAT and web filtering policies
6. Develop and enforce security policies across the network infrastructure

• Troubleshooting and Monitoring:

1. Diagnose and resolve firewall connectivity issues
2. Analyze firewall packet captures and log outputs for problem resolution
3. Monitor network security and respond to potential threats

Pay Rate: $48 - $58/hr depending on years of experience, qualifications, and education

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