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Our client is searching for a Network Engineer that can support Cisco and Juniper equipment for a 3-6 month contract role in the El Dorado, AR area. This position will be responsible for working on a new location buildout by providing support to Juniper networking equipment, Cisco Voice equipment, Dell laptops and other related technologies. Candidates must have hands on experience with Juniper and Cisco to provide proper support. Pay will be based on experience and a drug and background check is required. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of El Dorado, AR. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 – $50.00/hr. • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in El Dorado, AR. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Senior Cisco ISE Engineer The Senior Cisco ISE Engineer functions as a Subject Matter Expert within the Consulting Services division of BlueAlly. The Senior Engineer must be able to lead small to enterprise initiatives, work independently, and develop an in-depth technical and business understanding of the working environment for Clients across numerous industries and/or verticals. This role is Hybrid - onsite 2 days a week in Woodlawn, MD. Responsibilities • Applies broad technical expertise to address business challenges • Leads a multi-disciplinary teams focused on a complex project • Develops and delivers briefings and presentations for clients • Produces relevant documentation • Manages project budgets and schedules • Develops and presents relevant reports Knowledge & Experience • Functions as a Subject Matter Expert • Ability to act independently • Leads small to mid-size initiatives • In depth technical and business understanding of the working environment • Expert knowledge of all aspects in one or more of the following: • Network Engineering • Security • Data Center • Network Design/Configuration • Unified Communications and Collaboration • Virtualization Mandatory Position Requirements: • U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent residency (Green Card Holder Status) due to federal regulations and contractual requirements • At least 10 years of relevant experience • Subject Matter Expert level in Cisco Identity Services (Cisco ISE) • Extensive experience in Cisco Data Center and Enterprise Routing and Switching • Extensive experience in Cisco Wireless • CCIE Certification - need to be at this level, will consider candidates with recently expired certifications • Ability to obtain and maintain client suitability and undergo a background and drug test to include marijuana Nice to Have Requirements: • Experience with Cisco DNA-Center • Prior Consulting Experience

Position: Senior Network Engineer (Cisco ISE) - Hybrid at BlueAlly Woodlawn, MD Senior Network Engineer (Cisco ISE) - Hybrid job dlawn, MD. Job Description Job Description The Senior Cisco ISE Engineer functions as a Subject Matter Expert within the Consulting Services division of Blue Ally. The Senior Engineer must be able to lead small to enterprise initiatives, work independently, and develop an in-depth technical and business understanding of the working environment for Clients across numerous industries and/or verticals. This role is Hybrid - onsite 2 days a week in Woodlawn, MD. Responsibilities • Applies broad technical expertise to address business challenges • Leads a multi-disciplinary teams focused on a complex project • Develops and delivers briefings and presentations for clients • Produces relevant documentation • Manages project budgets and schedules • Develops and presents relevant reports Knowledge & Experience • Functions as a Subject Matter Expert • Ability to act independently • Leads small to mid-size initiatives • In depth technical and business understanding of the working environment • Expert knowledge of all aspects in one or more of the following: • Network Engineering • Security • Data Center • Network Design/Configuration • Unified Communications and Collaboration • Virtualization Qualifications • U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent residency (Green Card Holder Status) due to federal regulations and contractual requirements • At least 8 years of relevant experience • Extensive experience in Cisco Data Center and Enterprise Routing and Switching • CCIE Certification - need to be at this level, will also consider candidates with a completed written exam • Ability to obtain and maintain client suitability and undergo a background and drug test to include marijuana Nice to Have Requirements • Experience with Cisco DNA-Center • Prior Consulting Experience Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Position: Systems Engineer II: Linux, Cisco, Puppet & Bash (TS/SCI) A leading defense technology firm is seeking a mid-level systems engineer to assist with daily responsibilities and provide essential support to mission-driven projects. Candidates must hold a Top Secret/SCI clearance and possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, along with substantial experience in systems engineering. The position offers a competitive salary range from $130,000 to $270,000 based on experience and generous benefits including HSA contributions and comprehensive insurance coverage. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A defense technology firm in Maryland is seeking a mid-level systems engineer to assist with daily responsibilities. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, alongside 14 years of relevant experience. Candidates must possess a Top Secret/SCI clearance and be U.S. citizens. Benefits include an annual salary range of $130,000 - $270,000, up to 20% 401k contribution, 6 weeks of paid time off, and comprehensive insurance coverage. This position is open for direct hires only. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A technology consulting firm is seeking a Senior Network Engineer (Cisco ISE) for a hybrid position in Woodlawn, MD. This role requires at least 8 years of experience, specifically in Cisco Data Center and Enterprise Routing. The selected candidate will lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage project budgets while acting as a Subject Matter Expert. A CCIE certification is highly desirable, and candidates should be prepared to undergo a background check. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values technical expertise. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Title: Security Architect Consultant (Check Point / Cisco) ( 10416)
Location: Columbia, SC
Work Mode: 100% Onsite
Duration: 12 Months (High possibility of extension)
Interview Process: 1 Round In Person
Working HR per Week: 37.5

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, administer, and support Check Point security gateways (including VSX)
• Manage and optimize Check Point firewall rulebase for performance and visibility
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Check Point firewalls in enterprise environments
• Design and implement security policies aligned with business and compliance requirements
• Administer Cisco Secure Firewall, Cisco ASA, and data center networking solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to test and validate security controls
• Implement and manage security features such as:
  • IPS (Intrusion Prevention Systems)
  • Geo-blocking
  • QoS policies
• Ensure adherence to security best practices and standards
• Provide knowledge transfer and training to internal IT teams
• Act as SME for Cisco + Check Point integration and architecture

Required Skills

• 10+ years of experience deploying and administering Check Point Security Gateways
• 10+ years of experience with Cisco data center networking products
• 5+ years of experience with Check Point VSX
• Hands-on experience with Check Point R82
• Strong experience in firewall configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization
• Previous or current Check Point and/or Cisco Certifications

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Cisco Remote Access VPN solutions
• Experience with Cisco FirePower
• Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture

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Arista/Cisco Network Specialist – Ultra Low Latency (ULL)
Location: New York, NY
Work Setup: Hybrid – 4 days in the office
Salary: Open, will be commensurate with experience

Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Ultra-Low Latency Network Specialist to maintain the stability and performance of a global trading colocation network spanning over 30 data centers across AMER, EMEA, and APAC. This role is key to supporting ultra-low latency trading operations through exceptional network design, optimization, and troubleshooting. You'll work closely with trading system developers to ensure a robust, high-speed infrastructure that underpins global financial markets activity.

Responsibilities

• Architect, engineer, and deploy ultra-low latency network infrastructure within global colocation data centers.
• Oversee installation, maintenance, monitoring, and optimization of network and security hardware and software.
• Serve as the L3 escalation point for performance and availability issues in the colocation network.
• Maintain operational control and performance reporting to continually optimize trading infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and monitoring systems.
• Collaborate with developers and trading technology teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Drive network automation and efficiency improvements through scripting and innovative solutions.
• Occasional travel required to global data centers for hands-on deployment and troubleshooting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related IT discipline.
• CCIE Routing & Switching (Enterprise Infrastructure) certification including lab.
• Minimum 8 years of network engineering and project delivery experience.
• Deep knowledge of routing and switching protocols (OSPF, BGP, NAT, IPSEC, GRE, PIM, RP, MSDP, IGMP).
• Expertise with Arista and Cisco network hardware/software and low-latency designs.
• Experience with L1 network design and FPGA-based applications.
• Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for automation.
• Strong understanding of market protocols: FIX, BOE, OUCH/ITCH, PILLAR, SBE, OMEX.
• Skilled in packet capture and decoding tools for network monitoring.
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and cross-team collaboration skills.

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Senior Network Engineer Cisco Infrastructure & Data Center Migration
Bayonne, NJ (100% onsite)
6+ month long term contract
$75- $95 an hour

Looking for a Senior Network Engineer with expertise in Cisco infrastructure and data center migration. Will be supporting a large-scale network modernization project. Role focuses on Cisco Catalyst 9300 (CAT9K) deployments and upgrades, Nexus 5K decommissioning, FEX migrations, and data center network cutovers. Will work closely with the infrastructure team to execute switch refreshes, migrate network connections, support maintenance-window implementations, and ensure a smooth transition to the new environment. Upgrade Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches to Cisco-recommended IOS-XE releases. Must be able to support a large-scale enterprise network modernization and data center migration initiative. Role is focused on Cisco Catalyst 9300 deployments, Cisco Nexus 5K decommissioning, network cutovers, and Cisco ACI-integrated infrastructure migrations within a production environment. Ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with deep experience in Cisco enterprise networking, switch migrations, maintenance-window implementations, and data center operations.

Requirements:

• Strong expertise with: Cisco Catalyst 9300 (CAT9K) switches, Cisco Nexus 5K platforms, Cisco IOS-XE, Cisco ACI environments
• 5+ years of hands-on network engineering experience
• Experience with: Enterprise switch refresh projects, Network migrations and cutovers, Data center networking, Configuration migration and deployment, Maintenance-window implementations
• Strong understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking concepts
• Experience working within structured change management processes
• Ability to work onsite and support after-hours maintenance activities when required
• Must have CCNP or CCIE certification
• Experience with Cisco FEX environments
• Previous enterprise data center migration experience
• Experience supporting high-availability production networks
• Must be US Citizen or Green Card holder with clean background to obtain a TWIC card.

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Our client, a major entertainment company located in Long Island, NY is looking to recruit a Cisco Engineer . This is a 1-year contract with the likelihood of extension. All candidates are encouraged to apply however, my Client is not sponsoring at this time. This role is 4 days onsite in Bethpage, Long Island.

SUMMARY
This position will be called upon to represent the Global Technology & Operations organizations by internal and external organizations. An individual in this position is responsible for making production systems more reliable by performing day-to-day operations including system monitoring, troubleshooting, problem identification, resolution, and restoral following established and documented procedures and with minimal direction.

They must be able to work independently on tasks of moderate and high complexity and assist other teams (internal and external) when necessary. They are expected to use their technical knowledge and ability to work with others to solve technical issues in a timely fashion.

The Senior Network Engineer should have a very strong knowledge of related technologies such as DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, UDP, WiFi, Load-Balancing, VOIP, AAA, IP Subnetting, and Network Security.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create, develop, and improve troubleshooting and restoral procedures and to use their technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve newly encountered problems that have not been previously documented
• Use strong decision-making skills to prevent and resolve all technical issues related to networking, including those that are system wide as well as individual customer problems
• Obtain, understand, and interpret performance data and implement necessary solutions or upgrades
• Create and maintain logs, records, diagrams, and reports of all related systems under the Networking Team
• Engage in project-engineering in addition to their operational responsibilities
• Leverage a proactive mindset to look for issues and automate solutions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a dynamic, high-pressure production environment with a mid to large systems and storage infrastructure with multiple sites/networks
• More than 7+ years previous hands-on network administration of the following:
• Routing protocols and configurations to support BGP, OSPF, EIGRP & SD-WAN networks
• Strong knowledge of switching and configuration options (Spine/Leaf, VPC, VSS, StackWise, vxLAN)
• Experience maintaining Cisco routing and switching software (NS-OX, IOS-XE, IOS)
• Experience maintaining Cisco Routing/Switching hardware (ISR, ASR, Nexus, Catalyst)
• Experience installing and maintaining Palo Alto Networks security appliances and software
• Experience maintaining WiFi services in an enterprise environment
• Experience maintaining AAA platforms (Aruba ClearPass, Cisco ISE)
• Experience maintaining Public Cloud network connectivity (AWS, AZURE)
• Ability to multi-task and adjust priorities based on workload
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral
• Solid troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related equivalent education required
• Certifications from Cisco, Palo Alto or related technology certifications are preferred

Position Overview:

• Our client is seeking a Senior Data Center Network Engineer to support a large-scale data center decommissioning and infrastructure consolidation initiative.
• The role involves working within a complex, brownfield environment for a major banking institution in New York City.
• This is a permanent, full-time, on-site position requiring a 40-hour work week.

Core Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed network audits to identify specific infrastructure targeted for retirement.
• Back up all configurations, routing tables, and VLAN databases before starting decommissioning activities.
• Design and execute robust traffic migration strategies to maintain seamless service continuity.
• Decommission legacy routers, switches, and firewalls while maintaining accurate network documentation.
• Migrate legacy infrastructure to modern, high-performance data center platforms.
• Lead and manage terminal server consolidation initiatives.
• Perform thorough post-migration testing and validation activities to ensure network stability.
• Operate strictly within formal change management and Change Advisory Board (CAB) approval processes.
• Partner closely with infrastructure, operations, and project teams to coordinate migration activities.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional work experience.
• At least 10 years of enterprise and data center networking experience.
• Advanced, hands-on expertise with Cisco Data Center Networking technologies including Nexus, Catalyst, ASR, ACI, Routing, and Switching.
• Proven experience in data center decommissioning, migration planning, and infrastructure consolidation within brownfield environments.
• High proficiency in Enterprise Routing and Switching Protocols, specifically BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VXLAN, and EVPN.
• An active Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise or CCNP Data Center certification.
• Exceptional native or bilingual English communication skills.

Nice to Have Qualifications & Skills:

• An active Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Data Center certification is strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Juniper MX and EX networking platforms.
• Operational experience with F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) and Global Traffic Manager (GTM).
• Proficiency in network automation using Python scripting and/or Ansible.
• Experience using network management tools such as SolarWinds or CiscoWorks.
• Familiarity with Visio or equivalent network diagramming tools for documentation.
• Possession of an ITIL Foundation or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.