Senior Network Engineer (Contract to Hire)

Job Description

Job Description

J ob Title : Senior Network Engineer

Type : 1-Year Contract to Hire

Location : Columbus, OH (3 Days Onsite : Tuesday - Thursday, 2 Days Remote)

Rate : $68 – $75 / hr

Work Authorization : W2 Only (Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; no sponsorship, C2C, or 1099)

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and security-focused Senior Network Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in cybersecurity practices, extensive experience with network infrastructure, and a proven track record with advanced security technologies. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security solutions, optimizing network performance, and producing thorough documentation to ensure secure, efficient, and reliable operations.

Key Responsibilities

Palo Alto VPN & Prisma Access Management

Design, deploy, and manage Palo Alto VPN solutions.

Configure and optimize Prisma Access for secure remote connectivity.

Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve VPN and Prisma Access performance issues.

Documentation & Reporting

Create and maintain detailed documentation for designs, configurations, and procedures.

Generate reports on incidents, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.

AIOps & PCNSA Expertise

Leverage AIOps tools for predictive analysis, anomaly detection, and network optimization.

Apply PCNSA best practices to improve operational efficiency.

Arista Networking & Troubleshooting

Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Arista routers and EOS-based environments.

Utilize Arista DMF (DANZ Monitoring Fabric) for network visibility and traffic analysis.

Network Troubleshooting & Optimization

Diagnose and resolve connectivity and security issues.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve network performance.

SCADA / ICS Systems Support

Understand and secure SCADA and Industrial Control Systems.

Assist with integrating OT security solutions.

Desirable Skills

Experience with Zeek / Corelight for network traffic analysis.

Familiarity with Acalvio deception technology for advanced threat detection.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on network security.

Expertise in Palo Alto technologies, including Prisma Access; PCNSA certification preferred.

Strong experience with Arista routers, EOS, and DMF.

Knowledge of SCADA / ICS systems and their security needs.

Exceptional documentation, analysis, and communication skills.

Preferred Certifications

PCNSA (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator)

ACE-A (Arista Certified Engineering Associate)

CISSP , CISM , or similar cybersecurity credentials