5+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering with expertise in PAN FW, Cisco ASA/FTD, and F5 LB.
Proficient in routing protocols such as BGP and EIGRP, with solid knowledge of network design principles.
Experience with Infoblox, Solarwinds, and Firepower management console is essential.
Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving networking issues.
Flexibility to work off business hours, including weekends, for equipment deployment.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a focus on meeting deadlines.
Ability to configure, install, and test various network devices and services.
Responsibilities
Design and implement Starlink-based WAN connectivity for Parks locations.
Develop a standardized architecture for future Parks deployments.
Lead network modernization and migration activities, including configuration updates and testing.
Assess existing Parks networks for improvements in performance and security.
Perform end-to-end testing and troubleshooting for reliable connectivity.
Benefits
100% onsite work environment, fostering team collaboration.
Opportunity to work on innovative projects like the Parks and Recreation WiFi Project.
Potential for contract extension beyond the initial 12 months.
Hands-on experience in diverse outdoor settings, enhancing practical skills.
Engagement with various County Parks locations, providing variety in work environment.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer - Telecommunication & Mobility
Project Title: Parks and Recreation WiFi Project
OBJECTIVE : We are seeking a Resource to provide services for Parks and Recreation Wifi Project for our client, The County of Santa Clara, department of Parks and Recreation.
This is an 100% ONSITE need.
TYPICAL DELIVERABLES
Design and implement Starlink-based WAN connectivity integrated with Cisco Firepower/FTD firewalls for new and existing Parks locations, including firewall configuration, WAN/LAN interfaces, routing, NAT, security policies, network segmentation, and connectivity to County network resources. Perform end-to-end testing and troubleshooting to ensure secure, reliable, and resilient connectivity for remote Parks sites.
Develop and support a standardized Starlink and firewall architecture for future Parks deployments, including primary/backup WAN connectivity, failover requirements, firewall security controls, monitoring, performance validation, and technical documentation to support scalable and consistent deployment across County Parks locations
Lead network modernization and migration activities, including VLAN, subnet, gateway, and IP-address changes; switch and firewall replacements; configuration updates; cutover planning; testing; validation; and rollback procedures.
ssess existing Parks networks to identify legacy configurations, capacity limitations, unsupported equipment, addressing conflicts, security concerns, and opportunities to improve availability, performance, and maintainability.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
Network engineer with at least 5 years of knowledge and hands-onexperience and expert knowledge in PAN FW, Cisco ASA/FTD, F5 LB, Citrix Netscalers, Routing and Switching (BGP and EIGRP routing protocol), Authentication Policy servers such as Client or Aruba Clearpass. Must have solid network design principles (Wired and Wireless) knowledge. Good experience with Layer 2 design concept.
This position also requires knowledge and experience in using lnfoblox, Solarwinds, StruxureWare and Firepower management console.
The individual must also possess ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve networking issues.
Individual must be flexible to working off business hours since most of the network equipment must be deployed and brought online during off business hours including weekend under strict timeline and strict schedule.
Individual must have a good communication, organization skill and meet deadlines.
Individual must be able to work on-site five days a week
Individual must be able to configure, install and test various network devices and services (e.g. routers, switches, load balancers, VPN).
Position requires working in County Parks environments including some work outdoors. This may entail using ladders to reach devices on poles/rooftops or clearing signal obstructions such as branches.
Work also requires going to different locations across the County. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and be legally permitted to drive in California. Selected candidate will be require to take County driver training (online) and pass the test to obtain a County permit in order to drive on the job DDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification is desirable but not required.
Good working experience on LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, EIGRP, HTTP, DHCP, ICMP, DNS, ACL, NAT, SNMP, SYSLOG, NTP, TACACS, UPS
Good working experience on Cisco router, switch, and firewall hardware installation, configuration, IOS*, and support
Good working experience on Aruba indoor and outdoor WAP hardware installation and configuration
Good working experience on Cradlepoint hardware installation and configuration
Good hands-on experience in physical installation, rack-and-stack, cabling, and use of basic hand and power tools
Good working experience in coordinating with WAN carriers for site surveys and circuit installation, test, and turn-up
General knowledge of PC, iPhone, printer, and IoT devices' installation and operation
Working experience on SolarWinds, Infoblox, Cisco Client, Cisco Catalyst Center, and Aruba Mobility/Airwave is a plus
Good people and client relationship skills
Self-motivated, persistent, accommodating, responsive, proactive, and reliable team player
bility to learn County environment
CONTRACT TERM: 12 months (possibility to extend further) Interested candidates, please apply online with a detailed resume and contact information. Thank you.
