Network Engineer Opportunity in Orlando, FLOur enterprise-level client is seeking to add a Network Engineer to work in Orlando, FL. Please see below for full details:Job Notes:3-6+ month contract / extendable and perm conversion likely with good performance.Onsite in Orlando, FLASAP start dateDrug & Background required.Primary Job Functions:Responsible for implementation of the client's LAN network, including detailed understanding of the LAN design, MPLS and Service Provider/Carrier network integration, Logical Overlay Networks and VRFs.Configure, troubleshoot and support Cisco routers (ASR9k, ASR1k, ISR4k, and others), switches (Catalyst 9300, 6800, 2960, 3560, 3750 and Nexus 5k, 7k, 9k).Perform troubleshooting and monitoring of incidents queues and executing network changes as required after business hours.Opens and monitors TAC cases with our vendors as required.Adheres to all change control processes and configuration standards.Attends various meetings during their shift as well as conducting troubleshooting bridges with peers, vendors and customers.Ensure timely and accurate communications to the customer are occurring.Education / Experience:7+ years as a hands-on network engineer implementing, designing, supporting and maintaining a large enterprise network is required.Advanced working expertise of ISIS, EIGRP, OSPF, Multicast, and QOS.Advanced working expertise of LAN technologies (HSRP,STP,VLANs and IP-subnetting).Working knowledge of Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, IOS-XR, and NX-OS.Working knowledge of IPV6 implementation and network automation (Ansible, Python, etc) is a plus.Good working knowledge of network cabling infrastructure and specifications.Experience with robust corporate change management procedures (design and peer review).Industry certifications (e.g.: CCNA, CCNP) a must. CCIE or passed written is a plus.Degree in related field, preferred.Position Requirements:Must be a strong independent contributor who is a team player capable of mentoring and helping their peers to becoming strong technical peers.Must be able to manage multiple deliverables simultaneously.Must have a strong technical acumen for corporate network technology infrastructures and have the ability to discuss and teach technologies at a technical level amongst their peers.Ability to effectively communicate issues, remediation plans and status on major initiatives to higher levels of leadership.Ability to direct and interact during major outages and/or initiatives.Ability to utilize Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.Interpersonal Skills:Ability to interface with non-IT savvy business partners as well as technical staff.Ability to articulate challenges effectively to client and customer executives.Ability to construct action plans and provide oversight to ensure delivery.Why Choose Merge IT?
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