C2C Job Opening for “Sr. Network Engineer – Portland, Oregon

·                     Monitor network performance using industry-standard tools and provide recommendations based on analysis.

• Maintain and support network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN technologies.
• Perform preventive maintenance and lifecycle management of network hardware and software.
• Configure and deploy network equipment under established standards.
• Diagnose and resolve network connectivity issues; implement minor upgrades and changes as needed.
• Partner with security, systems, and application teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.
• Support and enhance network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and data protection systems.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, technical procedures, and operational guidelines.
• Assist with and execute disaster recovery processes as required.
• Participate in on-call rotation to support critical network incidents after hours.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and best practices in all work activities.
• Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and professional work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned. Additional Expectations
• Participate in after-hours support during emergency situations or critical project activities.
• Manage shifting priorities and support multiple concurrent initiatives. Required Skills & Experience
• Strong experience in network engineering or ISP environments, including Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) and Passive Optical Network (PON) architectures.
• In-depth knowledge of LAN/WAN, VPN, and network security technologies (IPSec, SSL, firewalls).
• Solid understanding of enterprise networking protocols and technologies, including:

o        MPLS, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, STP, VLANs (802.1Q)

• Multicast, VRF/VRF-lite, QoS, NAT, IPv4/IPv6
• Hands-on experience with Layer 3 networking protocols and routing technologies.
• Experience with major networking vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, and Nokia.
• Familiarity with cloud networking and connectivity solutions, including:

o        AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, Google Cloud Interconnect

• Working knowledge of network security frameworks and best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Experience with monitoring and diagnostic tools such as SolarWinds, Datadog, Nagios, and Wireshark.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network and connectivity issues, including latency and bandwidth challenges.
• Experience with certificates and PKI (e.g., 802.1x, SSL inspection/offloading).
• Strong analytical, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and drive tasks to completion.
• Availability to respond to on-call incidents within defined timeframes. Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in network support or engineering roles.
• CCNA certification preferred; progress toward or completion of CCNP strongly desired.
• Experience working with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and service providers.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record (if role involves travel). Scope & Impact
• Works on moderately complex to complex assignments requiring independent judgment and technical expertise.
• Contributes to decisions impacting system performance, service quality, and operational reliability.
• Supports initiatives with potential financial and operational impact across the organization.
• Handles sensitive or confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Manages multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.