Job Description
Job Description
OVERVIEW
We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our team for a critical network infrastructure assessment and remediation project for a client. This role involves analyzing, documenting, and implementing improvements to a complex legacy network environment that requires significant optimization and cleanup. This is a mainly on-site position requiring hands-on technical expertise and strong documentation skills.
- Location : Westlake Village, CA (hybrid environment that will require on-site work and on-call as needed)
- Project Duration : 3+ months (project-based engagement that can extend to implementation work)
- Hourly Rate : $55 - $80 / hr
RESPONSIBILITIES
Network Assessment & Documentation
Conduct comprehensive analysis of existing network infrastructure and configurationsDeep dive into current network configs across multiple vendor platformsCreate detailed network diagrams and documentation from scratchIdentify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and security vulnerabilities in current setupDocument existing VLAN structures, routing protocols, and network policiesNetwork Cleanup & Optimization
Work with architect / design team to implement optimized network solutionsStreamline complex, "piece-mealed" network configurationsEliminate unnecessary complexity and optimize network performanceValidate and test network policies and firewall rulesRemove redundant configurations and unused network resourcesInfrastructure Management
Configure and manage multi-vendor network equipmentTroubleshoot network connectivity and performance issuesImplement network security best practices and policiesCoordinate with fiber provider (Frontier) for connectivity requirementsOptimize MPLS connections and routing protocolsQUALIFICATIONS
Network Hardware Experience
Juniper : EX Series switches, SRX firewalls, routing platformsDell : Network switches and infrastructurePalo Alto Networks (PANW) : Firewalls and security appliancesSalinas Edge devicesTechnical Expertise
Advanced knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP)MPLS network configuration and troubleshootingVLAN design and implementationNetwork security policy creation and validationStrong Linux administration and command-line experienceLinux-based firewall management and policy optimizationExperience analyzing and optimizing complex firewall rulesets (1000+ rules)Network observability tools and monitoringFiber optic networking and single-provider connectivity managementDocumentation & Process
Strong technical documentation skillsNetwork diagramming tools (Visio, Lucidchart, or similar)Experience creating comprehensive network inventoriesAbility to translate complex technical configurations into clear documentationRequired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, or related field7+ years of experience in enterprise network engineeringStrong experience with legacy network cleanup and optimization projectsProven track record of documenting complex network environmentsExperience working with multi-vendor network environmentsIndustry certifications preferred (CCNP, JNCIP, PCNSE, or equivalent)KEY PROJECT DELIVERABLES
Complete network infrastructure audit and assessmentComprehensive network documentation and diagramsIdentification of network bottlenecks and optimization opportunitiesValidation of existing firewall policies and security configurationsImplementation of architect-designed network improvementsTesting and validation of optimized network performanceWORK ENVIRONMENT
Hands-on technical environment requiring physical access to network equipmentCollaborative work with architecture and design teamsProject-based work with clear deliverables and timelinesHybrid - mostly onsite - on-call as necessary