Vaco

Senior IT Network Secuirty Engineer

Role Overview:

• Provide consulting services to clients in Colorado.
• Collaborate with Account Managers to understand business and technical objectives.
• Deliver IT network and security infrastructure solutions that meet/exceed client expectations.
• Work in diverse and complex environments, ensuring seamless interaction between infrastructure components.
• Design, optimize, and troubleshoot networking and security deployments across on-premises, hybrid cloud, and cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a high-value consultant by delivering exceptional technical expertise.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, becoming an integral part of their IT teams.
• Develop Statements of Work (SOWs) for network and security consulting projects and execute them accordingly.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication throughout project phases with clients and sales teams.
• Enhance technical knowledge through continuous learning, collaboration, and professional training.
• Develop subject matter expertise in assigned product areas.
• Support sales teams in generating new business and expanding existing client relationships.
• Strengthen vendor relationships by gaining deep technical expertise in relevant products.
• Assist in developing, monitoring, and managing Managed Services offerings.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 7 years of experience in IT networking, security, computing, and storage (Tier 2 or 3 engineering role or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of the TCP/IP stack and networking protocols, including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and MPLS.
• Experience in designing, deploying, managing, documenting, and monitoring networks, including:
  • Switches, routers, VPNs, remote access, SD-WAN
  • Security components such as firewalls, IDS, anti-virus, SIEM, and other security/network tools
• Hands-on expertise with multiple security and networking solutions (e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto, Ruckus, Check Point, Fortinet).
• Proficiency in monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, LogicMonitor, and PRTG.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across various technical and management levels.
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.