Network Engineer

Company: Utilities CompanyPosition: Network EngineerTerm: 6-month contract with potential to renew or turn permPay: $56/HrLocation: Tampa, FL - 4 days on site 1 day remote Work Authorization: USC or GC ONLYCertification: Must have either CCNA or CCNP - Additional certifications in Cisco ACI, Cisco ISE, or SDN networking are advantageous.Experience:8 years of experience in Networking and specifically with Cisco ISE, Cisco ACI, Cisco Nexus5-7 years of experience planning, designing, implementing, and supporting new and existing network systemsExtensive hands‑on experience with Cisco routers, switches, and wireless access points for patching and upgradingProficiency in router/switch configuration and break‑fix troubleshootingExperience implementing network segmentation and NAC enforcementFamiliarity with network licensing optimization, cloud networking solutions, and modern hybrid architecturesResponsibilities:Design, Deploy, & Manage Network Infrastructure: Oversee high-availability enterprise (LAN, WAN, SDN) and OT networks across power plants, solar fields, and control centersHardware Lifecycle Management: Handle installations, upgrades, patching, and refreshes for Cisco routers, switches, wireless APs, NetScaler load balancers, and ACI fabricsNetwork Segmentation & Policy: Develop and enforce macro- and micro-segmentation strategies across traditional and ACI environmentsIdentity & Access Management: Administer NAC technologies (Cisco ISE) for secure device authentication, posture assessments, and access enforcementSecurity & Vulnerability Management: Remediate vulnerabilities, manage DDoS protection, and ensure alignment with industry regulatory compliance standardsMonitoring & Troubleshooting: Proactively monitor performance and diagnose complex infrastructure, security, and load-balancing issuesCross-Functional Project Leadership: Lead network initiatives and partner with cross-functional teams to integrate server, storage, and security components