Job Description

Cisco Network Engineer

Summary: The Cisco Network Engineer role is responsible for the configuring, installing, troubleshooting and repairing Cisco solutions for a California State Agency.

Scope of Role Responsibilities:

1. Dedicated Cisco Network Engineer for the California State Agency.
2. Configuring, installing, monitoring, troubleshooting and repairing technical networking solutions for the customer.
3. Assist with assessments, planning, design, configuration, installation and support of the solutions.
4. Assist with validation of solution designs, bill of materials, statements of work, and labor estimate when appropriate.
5. Consistent, accurate and timely tracking of client work, service calls, and related documentation.
6. Travel between Agency sites is required. Candidate needs reliable transportation. All travel will be expensed, including IRS Mileage reimbursement, tolls and parking.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Security Clearance: No Clearance

Details: Role Qualifications and Requirements

The following are minimum qualifications and requirements required for this role:

1. At least 5 years of experience as a Cisco Network Engineer, directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
2. Cisco networking experience strongly preferred, including Cisco Wireless.
3. Network monitoring/management/troubleshooting tools and techniques.
4. Familiarity with other networking products and technologies including Palo Alto, F5, NSX/Forescout.
5. Ability to relay technical information to both technical and non-technical personnel.
6. Strong written/verbal communication skills, critical thinking and problem solving or troubleshooting skills.
7. Must possess excellent time management skills.
8. Ability to travel to Customer locations as required.
9. Ability to work evenings and weekends as required during client cutovers.
10. This position requires a high level of independence and strong client service skills. Organizational ability is important to keep track of all tasks, because the job requires a great deal of multi-tasking.
11. Must be a team player, yet work well independently.
12. Should be adept at managing tasks assigned by management or team leads.
13. Must have reliable transportation.
14. Must supply reliable cell phone.

The following qualifications are ideal, but not required:

1. Bachelors degree preferred.
2. At least one major vendor certification (Cisco CCNP, CCIE) or equivalent experience is preferred.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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