Focus Technology Solutions
Network Engineer
Focus Technology Solutions, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Our client base is growing so our team is growing as well! We are adding a Network Engineer to our team to handle post sales deployments of network infrastructure using Palo Alto products and technologies, in addition to other technologies and products. You will also provide technical support and guidance to our customers and internal teams.
Some responsibilities include but not limited to:
Participate in day-to-day network operations and administration for our customers
Configure and install network devices and services, such as routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, load balancers, wireless access points, etc.
Provide post sales technical support and training to customers and internal teams
Monitor and optimize network performance, availability, and security
Troubleshoot and resolve network problems and incidents
Document network configurations, policies, procedures, and best practices
Interface with customer IT contacts as well as third-party vendors
Obtain and/or maintain technical skills and certifications required to meet the requirements of our customers
Assist with non-networking related engineering projects as needed
All other duties as assigned
Skills:
Must have deployment experience using Palo Alto products and technologies
Experience deploying and managing LAN, WAN, and WLAN technologies
Proficient in network routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, HSRP
General wireless troubleshooting and deployment experience
Advanced knowledge of network protocols, standards, and technologies
Proficient in network device configuration and management
Network access control experience with Cisco ISE and/or Aruba ClearPass is a plus
Prior experience with FortiGate and Cisco ASA/Firepower is a plus
Experience in network troubleshooting and analysis
Experience in network security, such as implementing firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, encryption, authentication, etc.
Experience working with diverse environments
Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Willingness to travel and work on-site with customers as well as work after hours and weekends for deployments
Experience and Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a network engineer in a post-sales deployment role
Relevant Palo Alto certifications, such as PCNSE, PCNSA, or PCCSA is a plus
Prior experience working in Professional Services for an IT Consulting company preferred
Some responsibilities include but not limited to:
Participate in day-to-day network operations and administration for our customers
Configure and install network devices and services, such as routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, load balancers, wireless access points, etc.
Provide post sales technical support and training to customers and internal teams
Monitor and optimize network performance, availability, and security
Troubleshoot and resolve network problems and incidents
Document network configurations, policies, procedures, and best practices
Interface with customer IT contacts as well as third-party vendors
Obtain and/or maintain technical skills and certifications required to meet the requirements of our customers
Assist with non-networking related engineering projects as needed
All other duties as assigned
Skills:
Must have deployment experience using Palo Alto products and technologies
Experience deploying and managing LAN, WAN, and WLAN technologies
Proficient in network routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, HSRP
General wireless troubleshooting and deployment experience
Advanced knowledge of network protocols, standards, and technologies
Proficient in network device configuration and management
Network access control experience with Cisco ISE and/or Aruba ClearPass is a plus
Prior experience with FortiGate and Cisco ASA/Firepower is a plus
Experience in network troubleshooting and analysis
Experience in network security, such as implementing firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, encryption, authentication, etc.
Experience working with diverse environments
Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Willingness to travel and work on-site with customers as well as work after hours and weekends for deployments
Experience and Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a network engineer in a post-sales deployment role
Relevant Palo Alto certifications, such as PCNSE, PCNSA, or PCCSA is a plus
Prior experience working in Professional Services for an IT Consulting company preferred