Job Description

Role Title: Network Specialist with SRE Principles (SME)

City: Dallas TX or Chicago IL (Onsite-Hybrid)

Term: Contract

Mandatory Skills: Required Skills Extensive knowledge of: Networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF). Network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls).

Position Overview

• We are seeking an experienced Network Specialist with a strong background in analyzing and optimizing network architecture, infrastructure, and security.
• The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles and extensive expertise in routers, firewalls, incident management, cloud networking, data center networking, and network observability.
• Preferred candidates will also have experience in payment network design and at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Network Architecture & Analysis: ○ Design, analyze, and optimize network infrastructure for performance, scalability, and reliability. ○ Conduct capacity planning and network modeling for LANs, WANs, intranets, extranets, and cloud environments.
• Network Security: ○ Implement and manage advanced security measures using tools like Palo Alto Networks firewalls. ○ Monitor and enhance network security protocols to prevent cyber threats and breaches. ○ Perform penetration testing and simulate cyberattacks to identify vulnerabilities.
• Incident Management: ○ Lead resolution of critical incidents affecting network performance or security. ○ Develop and implement incident response protocols aligned with SRE principles.
• Cloud & Data Center Networking: ○ Design and manage hybrid cloud networking solutions for seamless connectivity between on-premises data centers and public clouds. ○ Automate provisioning of network services to improve efficiency and reduce manual errors.
• Observability & Monitoring: ○ Implement observability tools to monitor telemetry data across endpoints, applications, and infrastructure. ○ Analyze correlated data to detect anomalies and proactively address potential issues.
• Payment Network Design (Preferred): ○ Architect secure payment networks ensuring compliance with industry standards such as PCI-DSS. ○ Optimize transaction routing for efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in networking roles such as Network Specialist or Engineer.
• Certifications such as Cisco CCNP/CCIE, Palo Alto PCNSE, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Required Skills

• Extensive knowledge of:

○ Networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF).

○ Network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls).

○ Cloud networking technologies (AWS, Azure).

• Proficiency in using Palo Alto Panorama for centralized firewall management.
• Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting complex network issues.
• Familiarity with SRE principles to enhance reliability through automation and monitoring.

Preferred Skills :

• Experience designing payment networks or working in the financial services sector.
• Expertise in multicloud networking strategies (hybrid cloud environments).
• Knowledge of advanced observability platforms for real-time threat detection.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate across IT teams.
• Ability to lead under pressure during critical incidents.
• Strong organizational skills for managing complex projects.

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