Network Engineer - Cloud & Automation

2T Consulting

Reston, VA

Posted On: Sep 18, 2025

Posted On: Sep 18, 2025

Job Overview

Job Type

Contract - Independent, Contract - W2

Experience

5 - 10 Years

Salary

$55 - $65 Per Hour

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Travel Requirement

0%

Required Skills

  • network engineering
  • Aruba Wireless
  • Cisco
  • Palo Alto firewalls
  • cloud networking
  • VPN
  • ServiceNow
  • Automation
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
  • Design, deploy, and manage enterprise network infrastructure including wireless, VPN, firewalls, and SD-WAN.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot Aruba Wireless networks and Cisco/Meraki infrastructure.
  • Configure and manage Palo Alto Networks firewalls (PA FW, NGFW) and Palo Alto SD-WAN IONs.
  • Establish and support secure remote connectivity via VPNs and IPSEC tunnels.
  • Integrate and manage multi-cloud networking across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
  • Monitor network performance and availability using SolarWinds and other monitoring tools.
  • Utilize ServiceNow for incident tracking, change management, and automation integration.
  • Automate routine network tasks and configurations using tools such as Ansible, Python, Rundeck, and Codeshuttle.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security, scalability, and performance of the network infrastructure.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.

 

Required Skills & Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering.
  • Strong expertise in Aruba Wireless, Cisco, and Meraki networking solutions.
  • In-depth knowledge of Palo Alto firewalls and SD-WAN technologies.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud networking in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
  • Proficiency in VPN technologies, including IPSEC tunnel configuration and troubleshooting.
  • Solid understanding of network monitoring and performance tuning using SolarWinds.
  • Experience with ServiceNow for ITSM and workflow management.
  • Strong scripting and automation skills using Ansible, Python, Rundeck, and Codeshuttle.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Job ID: 2C250308


Posted By

Shayne

Sr. Recruiter