We are looking for a Network Engineer to support enterprise voice and network environments in Iselin, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a communications and infrastructure specialist who wants to deepen expertise across Cisco-based networking, VoIP platforms, and collaboration technologies. The role will focus on maintaining reliable connectivity, strengthening network security, and supporting critical telecommunications services across the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Administer and support enterprise network infrastructure, including Cisco routing and switching environments, to maintain stable and secure operations.
- Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot VoIP and unified communications systems to ensure consistent voice service and collaboration performance.
- Manage firewall technologies such as Palo Alto and Cisco ASA by applying security policies, reviewing traffic behavior, and resolving connectivity issues.
- Support routing architecture by implementing and maintaining Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) configurations across complex network environments.
- Investigate network incidents, perform root cause analysis, and restore service quickly while documenting findings and corrective actions.
- Partner with internal technical teams to plan network improvements, optimize system performance, and support infrastructure-related projects.
- Maintain technical documentation for network designs, configuration standards, operational procedures, and troubleshooting records.
- Evaluate network health through ongoing monitoring and recommend updates that improve reliability, scalability, and security.
- Hands-on experience with Cisco routers and broader Cisco networking technologies in an enterprise setting.
- Working knowledge of Palo Alto Firewall administration, including rule management and traffic analysis.
- Experience supporting Cisco ASA firewalls and resolving security or access-related issues.
- Practical understanding of Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) and its use in routed network environments.
- Background in network engineering with exposure to telecommunications, VoIP, or unified communications platforms.
- Ability to diagnose complex network problems and implement effective technical solutions.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to document configurations and collaborate across technical teams.