Job TitleRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.7+ years of IT experience, with 4+ years in networking and telecom.Hands-on experience with network hardware components (routers, firewalls, VPN, etc.).Strong understanding of TCP/IP and related networking protocols.Familiarity with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure).Experience with security measures, firewalls, and intrusion detection systemsSPECIFIC TECHNICAL SKILLS DESIRED:Proficient level UNIX computer skills; Basic Scripting: Perl, Python, ShellProficient level Microsoft Windows administration skillsExperience with public cloud environments such as Amazon AWS and Microsoft Azure.Professional industry certifications in area of expertise.Traffic Engineering Mechanisms/Techniques and state-of-art applications; BGP, OSPF, Policy Based Routing, L2/L3 VPN, QoS, SSL VPNs, Client 802.1xCertification such as CCNP, CCDP, AWS, AZUREExpert with Cisco Line of Products, with focus on ISRs, 9300sLinux experience with the following platforms: Suse, RedHat or CentOSExperience with tools like SolarWinds, Cisco Client/Client, MRTG, NetFlow, PuTTy, and WiresharkFamiliarity with Next Generation firewalls, specifically Palo Alto and Cisco ASAsExperience with integration of SEIM toolsKnowledge of Best Practice and security guides (ex. NIST 800-53 rev 4)