Genesis10 is seeking an Azure Network Architect for a 4 month contract position with a reinsurance agency located in Warren, NJ. Location preference is as follows: within an hour drive of Warren, NJ to work 1-3 days hybrid onsite per week.
Job Responsibilities:
Design and implement scalable, reliable, and performant network solutions using Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless devices.
Configure, optimize, and troubleshoot Palo Alto and Azure firewalls.
Integrate and optimize hybrid cloud networks using the Microsoft Azure platform.
Plan and test disaster recovery scenarios, document DR runbooks.
Optimize network performance and reliability using BGP, HSRP, or other protocols.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other network engineers.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
2 years Azure Network Architecture experience
10 years of direct experience in network engineering in a Cisco environment.
5 years of direct experience with networking in the Microsoft Azure Cloud environment.
2 years with Zscaler and troubleshooting is required.
Hands-on experience with Palo Alto is required.
Musts for this role include in dept exp with: Azure cloud, Cisco Client
Strong skills in, and direct experience with, ground-up network design, implementation, testing, and troubleshooting in a hybrid cloud environment.
Expert knowledge of disaster recovery and design principles and practices, including datacenter failover and load-balancing approaches.
Expert knowledge of network protocols, standards, and technologies, including: Cisco Client, TCP/IPv4, VLAN, VPN, SD-WAN, BGP, HSRP.
Hands-on experience with the CloudFlare and SolarWinds suites of products is highly desirable Hands-on experience with Cisco Catalyst switches, ISR series routers, and ASAs as VPN devices is required.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to either work remotely or with remote team members.
Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, or VCP-NV are highly desirable.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!
Genesis10
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20 years.
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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