Job Description
Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation's leading brands. We're hiring an Operational Network Engineer for a hybrid role in Westlake, Texas. This is a contract opportunity with a leading company. 3 days onsite required
In this position, you will join the Network Triage and Troubleshooting Team (NTT), responsible for diagnosing and resolving high-severity issues that affect external customers. These issues can range from network outages to application slowness, connectivity problems, and more.
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in networking technologies, security, and cloud infrastructure, along with a passion for continuous learning and innovation.
Operational Network Engineer Responsibilities: - Identify and mitigate high-severity issues including network outages, slowness, and connectivity problems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver fast and effective solutions.
- Apply deep understanding of networking technologies and security practices.
- Utilize software-defined networking and infrastructure-as-code methodologies.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues using tools such as Python and Ansible.
- Integrate PaaS services and manage cloud-based environments.
- Support and improve ITSM practices across incident, problem, and change management.
Operational Network Engineer Qualifications: - 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, security, and architecture.
- Infrastructure software development and automation skills in Python.
- Proven experience with virtual network and security constructs of AWS and/or Azure.
- Cisco CCNA/CCNP/CCSE certifications (desirable).
- Network security experience and certifications (a plus).
- Expertise in cloud networking and security constructs (DMZ).
- In-depth knowledge of AWS or Azure cloud technologies.
- Expertise in IP routing, firewalls, load balancers, proxies, and DNS.
- Knowledge of cloud PaaS service integration.
- Experience with ITSM practices (Change/Incident/Problem).
- Advocate for and practitioner of infrastructure-as-code.
- Experience with Python/Ansible/SDN programming.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Life Insurance. 401(k) Program. Commuter Benefit. eLearning & Ongoing Training. Education Reimbursement.
Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks. If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.
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