Network Engineer

Key Responsibilities:
 Network Design and Implementation

• Lead the design, configuration, deployment, and optimization of complex network solutions, including routers, switches, wireless, firewalls, load balancers, and VPNs
  
• Develop and maintain network architecture standards and documentation
  
• Ensure network solutions align with security policies, compliance requirements, and business objectives
  

Security & Firewalls

• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for Palo Alto Networks firewall technologies, including PAN-OS, Panorama, and VPN solutions.
• Have a high level of understanding of F5 load balancers
• Design, implement, and manage next-generation firewall rules, security profiles, threat prevention, and URL filtering
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to proactively identify and mitigate risks
• Proactively manage the end-to-end lifecycle of digital SSL/TLS certificates, including request, installation, and renewal, to ensure uninterrupted service and maintain security standards
• Implement and manage Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) using Cisco ISE with TACACS+ to secure network devices and user access

Core Networking (Cisco Focus)

• Configure and manage Cisco enterprise-level routing and switching, including advanced protocols like BGP and OSPF
• Maintain and troubleshoot complex campus and data center networking environments, including Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switch platforms along with Cisco and Meraki Wireless networks.
• Manage and optimize network performance, Quality of Service (QoS), and high availability features (HSRP, VRRP, etc.)
• Manage and secure the corporate DNS infrastructure, including zone management, record lifecycle, and implementation of security best practices like DNSSEC
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot the enterprise Cisco wireless environment, including Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs) and Access Points (APs), to ensure reliable and secure network connectivity

Cloud Networking (AWS & Azure)

• Design and implement secure and scalable network connectivity within and between AWS and Azure cloud environments
• Configure and manage cloud networking components such as AWS VPCs, subnets, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Route 53, and Azure VNETs, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateways, and Load Balancers
• Implement and manage firewall and security policies within the cloud networking stack

Operations and Troubleshooting

• Provide Tier 3 escalation support for network incidents and performance issues.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for major network incidents and implement preventative measures
• Develop and implement network monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions
• Automate routine network tasks using scripting tools (e.g., Python, Ansible) where applicable
• Leverage SolarWinds for root cause analysis and performance tuning, providing critical data and insights to support rapid resolution of network and system incidents
• Act as the primary technical liaison with service providers (e.g., ISPs, cloud providers, carriers) during outages to manage trouble tickets, coordinate troubleshooting, and drive incidents to a swift resolution

Basic Qualifications:

• 12+ years of progressive experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years in a senior role
• Strong Cisco Networking knowledge: Expert-level experience with Cisco routing and switching (LAN/WAN/Data Center)
• F5 Load Balancing: Manage, configure, and troubleshoot F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) and Global Traffic Manager (GTM) to ensure the high availability, performance, and security of critical applications
• Expertise in Palo Alto Networks: Experience with implementation, configuration, and management of PAN-OS and Panorama
• Solid understanding of Cloud Networking: Proven experience designing and supporting network infrastructure in AWS and Azure
• Expertise in network security principles, IPSec VPNs, and remote access solutions. Strong knowledge of monitoring tools, packet capture analysis, and performance tuning techniques
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in IT or related field
•  CCNP/CCIE, PCNSE, or cloud networking certifications
• Experience with AWS, Azure, and hybrid networks
• Skilled in automation (Python, Ansible, Terraform)
• Strong SD-WAN, VPN, and Zero-Trust knowledge
• Pilot or aviation enthusiast preferred 

About Jeppesen ForeFlight: 

Jeppesen ForeFlight is a leading provider of innovative aviation software solutions, serving the Commercial, Business, Military, and General Aviation sectors globally. Combining Jeppesen's 90-year legacy of accurate aeronautical data with ForeFlight's expertise in cutting-edge aviation technology, the company delivers an integrated suite of tools designed to enhance safety, improve operational efficiency, and sharpen decision-making.

Why You Should Join: 

At Jeppesen ForeFlight, we know you want a rewarding career. To do that, you need challenging projects, a good work environment, and awesome coworkers. We believe in our employees and empower them to make a direct impact on our products and services messaging. We strive to provide employees and their loved ones with a world-class benefits experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Our benefits package includes but is not limited to the following:

• Group Medical insurance
• Group term life, personal accident, and critical illness insurance
• Gym reimbursement
• 20 days of paid vacation time
• 12 days of paid sick time
• Employee Assistance Program 

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