Azure Engineer

Sr Network Engineer with Palo Alto, CISCO ISE, SD WAN , CISCO ASA ,Zscaler ,CCNP, VMware - Brea CA - Remote with Travel - Expenses Paid :

Requisition Name : EA-DE IT O-Sr Network Engineer Duration : 17 Weeks Services Location : CA / Brea Remote with Travel Rate : 55 $ phr on W2 or 65 $ phr on Corp- Corp All inclusive Description Of Services : Bachelors degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of computing or computer science or a related field. 12+ years of recent network engineering expertise supporting an enterprise environment 10+ years experience on : WAN : o SD-WAN o Advanced BGP o DMVPN o Quality of Service (QoS) Security : o Palo Alto advanced knowledge (Global infrastructure management, Panorama, Distributed User-ID, advanced Global Protect configuration) o F5 configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance o Cisco ISE distributed deployment (Wireless 802.1x, Wired 802.1x, Guest, IoT, TACACS+) o Cisco ASA (with routed-VPN implementation and troubleshooting) o PKI Knowledge o Proficiency in Zscaler (desirable) Wireless : o Cisco WLC o 802.1x and MAB o Distributed Flexconnect deployments Datacenter : o Nexus o VMware vSphere knowledge Cloud : o AWS o Azure Demonstrated experience in all phases of the design, configuration, installation, and administration of large-scale networks. Cisco expertise CCNP certification or equivalent level. Strong security experience with firewall technologies, installation, maintenance and support. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Abilities : Communicating effectively : expressing opinions, ideas and suggestions with conviction and in a logical / structured manner; keeping to the point; ensuring that information, procedures and decisions are appropriately documented. Solving problems : being open to original ideas and creative options by which to address issues; continually driving change by seeking new ways to improve outcomes. Managing self : remaining objective, focused and productive in a stressful environment; focusing on solutions rather than problems. Demonstrating flexibility : adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements; demonstrating a willingness to accept changing circumstances; supporting initiatives for change; readily absorbing new techniques and working practices; proposing new or improved ways of working. Deliverables : -Process Flows -Mentor and Knowledge transfer to client project team members -Participate as primary, co and / or contributing author on any and all project deliverables associated with their assigned areas of responsibility -Participate in data conversion and data maintenance -Provide best practice and industry specific solutions -Advise on and provide alternative (out of the box) solutions -Provide thought leadership as well as hands on technical configuration / development as needed. -Participate as a team member of the functional team -Perform other duties as assigned. Acceptance Criteria : none Other : ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING QUESTIONS THAT NEED TO BE ANSWERED IN SUPPLIER COMMENTS : Do you have hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus switching and its integration with VMware vSphere (network / vSwitch configuration)? Do you have hands-on experience in deploying and managing network resources within AWS and / or Azure (VPC / VNet, Transit Gateway / Hub)? Have you served as a Technical Lead on major network projects, including documenting standards and mentoring junior engineers