Network Engineer, Global Campus Engineering - integrated resources : Job Details

Job Title: Network Engineer, Global Campus Engineering Job Location: Beaverton, OR Job Duration: 12 Months (possibility of extension) Job Summary:

• Join our Global Campus Engineering team and play a critical part in supporting the robust network infrastructure for world-renowned brands like client.
• We're looking for a Tier 3 engineer who thrives on problem-solving, is adept with Cisco and Palo Alto technologies, and can ensure seamless network operations across our diverse global sites, including headquarters, large offices, manufacturing, and distribution centers.
• This role offers significant impact and opportunities to contribute to our network's evolution, with a focus on automation initiatives.
• This position reports directly to the Director, Global Campus Engineering.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide Tier 3 support for complex network incidents, troubleshooting and resolving issues efficiently to minimize downtime across our global campus and distribution center environments.
• Implement network configuration changes, including switchport access updates, VLAN modifications, and routing adjustments, ensuring adherence to established standards and best practices.
• Utilize network monitoring and troubleshooting tools such as Solarwinds and Cisco Catalyst Center to proactively identify and resolve network performance issues.
• Manage and maintain our Palo Alto firewall infrastructure using Panorama, implementing security policies, troubleshooting connectivity, and ensuring robust network segmentation.
• Manage IP addresses and DNS records using IPAM platforms, specifically BlueCat.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal network connectivity and performance for various business applications.
• Participate in project work within an Agile methodology, utilizing JIRA for task tracking and collaboration.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of hands-on experience as a Network Engineer in a large-scale enterprise environment.

Extensive expertise with Cisco networking technologies, including:

• Cisco Catalyst Switches (9300, 9400, 9500, 9600 series): Deep understanding of their features, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Cisco Nexus platforms: Proven experience in data center environments.
• o Strong command-line interface (CLI) skills for configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting are essential.
• Routing Protocols: Expert-level knowledge of EIGRP and BGP.
• VRF-lite: Experience in extending security segments throughout the network.
• Cisco Wireless (basic support): Ability to verify trunking and basic connectivity for wireless access points (Note: This role does not involve Wireless Controller modification or RF troubleshooting).

Proficient with Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including:

• Panorama: Extensive experience in centralized management, policy deployment, and troubleshooting.
• o Strong understanding of firewall concepts, security policies, NAT, and VPNs.
• Direct experience with IPAM platforms, specifically BlueCat, for IP address and DNS management.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools such as Solarwinds and Cisco Catalyst Center.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Familiarity with ServiceNow or similar IT Service Management platforms for ticket management.
• Proven experience working in an Agile development environment, using JIRA.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment supporting critical business operations.
• Relevant vendor certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Palo Alto Networks PCNSE) are highly valued.

Growth Opportunities & Nice to Have:

• This role offers significant opportunities to grow into network automation.
• Experience with Python for network automation.
• Familiarity with Cisco Catalyst Center automation capabilities, including deploying template configurations or integrating with self-service tools (e.g., Slack bot for switchport VLAN modifications).