Network Security Engineer

Job description

NETWORK ENGINEER - REMOTE

ARC Group has an immediate opportunity for a Network Engineer! This position is 100% remote. It is starting out as a 12 month contract position running through August 2026 with potential to extend longer or possibly convert to FTE. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected organization that offers tremendous career growth potential.

At ARC Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that diverse perspectives lead to better innovation and problem-solving. As an organization, we embrace diversity in all its forms and encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

100% REMOTE!

Reference # 18789-1

Candidates must currently have PERMANENT US work authorization. Sorry, but we are not considering any candidates from outside companies for this position (no C2C, 3rd party / brokering).

PROJECT SCOPE: We are looking for a Network Engineer who will be responsible for maintaining and administering the security posture of our client’s computer networks. Your primary duties will include maintenance of firewalls, computer networks, hardware, software, and other related systems, performing disaster recovery operations, protecting data, software, and hardware from attacks, and replacing faulty network hardware components when necessary. You will also be working closely with the users of our network in order to identify potential issues and fix existing problems.

*Using TUFIN firewall portal tool currently to ensure security and accuracy. Tool will give exact syntax within Cisco (large amounts of data) and Network Eng will use this to ensure rules are accurate and optimized (clean-up).

SUMMARY: To be a successful candidate, you will need to have a strong understanding of network infrastructure and network hardware. You will also need to be able to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network devices including WAPs, firewalls, routers, switches, and controllers. A deep knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols is highly desired.

Network Engineer Responsibilities:

• Maintaining and administering computer networks and related computing environments including systems software, applications software, hardware, and configurations.
• Performing disaster recovery operations and data backups when required.
• Protecting data, software, and hardware by coordinating, planning and implementing network security measures.
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and other network and system problems.
• Replacing faulty network hardware components when required.
• Maintaining, configuring, and monitoring virus protection software and email applications.
• Configuring and installing various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS)
• Monitoring network performance to determine if adjustments need to be made.
• Conferring with network users about solving existing system problems.
• Operating master consoles to monitor the performance of networks and computer systems.
• Coordinating computer network access and use.
• Designing, configuring and testing networking software, computer hardware, and operating system software.
• Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and security configurations
• Monitor performance and ensure system availability and reliability
• Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning
• Provide Level-²⁄₃ support and troubleshooting to resolve issues
• Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure
• Select and implement security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with the company’s security team

Network Engineer Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related field of study with a network engineering focus or relevant work experience.
• CCNP or higher (CCIE and/or CISSP highly valued)
• 3-5 years network engineer experience
• Understanding of network architecture
• Deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS)
• Solid understanding of the OSI or TCP/IP model
• Hands-on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic and network analytics tools
• Network security experience.
• LAN and WAN experience.

Musts:

• Must have experience working in a Compliance-related environment
• Experience w/ Config changes, code upgrades, patches, etc.
• Strong experience using Cisco Firewall experience (ASA, FirePower, etc.)
• Experience using Cisco Routers
• Strong documentation experience
• Soft skills strong customer service

Preferred:

• CCNP or equivalent (Cisco Networking Professional)
• Ansible or Python scripting experience
• Experience using TUFIN (Firewall portal tool)
• CISCO Client experience

Would you like to know more about our new opportunity? For immediate consideration, please send your resume directly to Suresh Gaddala at [email protected] or apply online while viewing all of our open positions at www.arcgonline.com.

ARC Group is a Forbes-ranked a top 20 recruiting and executive search firm working with clients nationwide to recruit the highest quality technical resources. We have achieved this by understanding both our candidate’s and client’s needs and goals and serving both with integrity and a shared desire to succeed.

At ARC Group, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Position is offered with no fee to candidate.