***W2 Only***
****No C2C, No visa transfer, No Visa Sponsorship
Network Engineer - Johns Creek, GA - Onsite.
Location: Johns Creek, GA - client will only consider candidates currently residing in Atlanta
Duration: 6-month Contract with possibility of going perm
Job description:
- Design and Develop Network Architectures: Create and implement network solutions that meet the current and future needs of the organization.
- Integrate new technologies into existing network infrastructure, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance
- Diagnose and resolve complex network issues, including hardware failures, connectivity problems, and network bottlenecks.
- Design and enforce security protocols to protect the network from threats such as unauthorized access, malware, and DDoS attacks.
- Keep up with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in networking to continuously improve the organization’s network infrastructure.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in network engineering, administration, or support, preferably in industrial or OT settings.
- Working knowledge and understanding of manufacturing operations, production and computer data collection systems.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, standards, and architectures, such as TCP/IP, Ethernet, VLAN, VPN, SD-WAN, etc.
- Proficient in network devices and technologies, such as routers, switches, firewalls, wireless, etc.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex network and OT issues and provide effective solutions.
- Ability to work independently and without the need for supervision, as well as collaboratively within the team and across various IT groups and business units.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Certifications in network and/or OT domains, such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, JNCIA are preferred.