Hecta Solutions is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain high-performance network infrastructures across multi-vendor enterprise environments.
This hands-on, individual contributor role focuses on managing routing, switching, wireless networks, and complex firewall architectures using Cisco, Cisco Meraki, Aruba, and Fortinet technologies. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of enterprise experience along with specialized certifications (CCNP Enterprise, Aruba ACSP, and Fortinet FCSS).
Design, deploy, and optimize enterprise routing, switching, wireless LANs, and complex firewall architectures.
Manage and maintain Cisco IOS environments, Cisco Meraki cloud-managed infrastructure, and Aruba switching/wireless solutions.
Administer Fortinet FortiGate firewalls, including security policy design, threat mitigation, and complex VPN implementations.
Enforce network access control policies, carry out regular vulnerability assessments, and apply critical patches to meet enterprise security standards.
Proactively monitor network performance, troubleshoot complex Layer 2/3 and security issues, and ensure high availability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on network expansions, infrastructure upgrades, and technology evaluations.
Maintain accurate network topology diagrams, configuration backups, and operational documentation.