M324-Network Engineer (Consultant #10361)

Network Engineer (Consultant #10361)Position Overview Our direct client, has an immediate opening for a Network Engineer consultant. This is a fully onsite role supporting the agency’s core network infrastructure.Contract Details Duration: 12 months Extension Potential: Yes (based on performance and agency needs) Work Location: Fully Onsite – Columbia, SC (Blythewood area) Hours per Week: 37.5 (standard business hours) On-Call / After-Hours: Potential for on-call support outside regular hours and weekends as needed for outages Travel: Required to various SCDMV Field Offices during work hours. A valid Driver’s License is required. A state vehicle will be provided for official travel. Candidate Location Requirements Candidates must be current residents of South Carolina (SC), North Carolina (NC), or Georgia (GA) AND be willing to relocate within 40 miles of Blythewood, SC at their own expense prior to the start date.Required Experience (Minimum Qualifications) 10+ years of experience with Cisco Firewalls 10+ years of experience with Cisco Routers 10+ years of experience with Cisco Switches 10+ years of experience with Cisco VPN 10+ years of experience with Cisco Administration 5+ years of experience with Palo Alto Firewalls 5+ years of experience with Palo Alto XDR Preferred Skills 10+ years of experience with monitoring and tracing tools 10+ years of experience with core network architecture 10+ years of experience with advanced troubleshooting, routing, and switching 4+ years of experience with wireless networks 3+ years of experience with hybrid cloud infrastructure CCNA and/or CCNP certification(s) Interview Process Two rounds of interviews Candidate must be available and prepared to attend onsite for one or both rounds Employment Type W2 only (no subcontractors or C2C permitted) Please submit your resume and desired hourly rate (W2) for immediate consider