Network Engineer L3 – Extreme Specialist || Onsite at Multiple Locations

[Sunny Menda]

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Looking for Extreme Specialist Only!

Role: Network Engineer L3 – Extreme Specialist

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Chicago, IL/Detroit, MI/Austin, TX/Indianapolis, IN/Wichita, KS/Pensacola, FL

Expected Duration: Long Term Contract

 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Sr. Network Engineer with hands-on experience in Extreme Networks switching technologies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-level network infrastructure with a focus on Extreme switches, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and manage Layer 2/3 network infrastructure using Extreme Networks switches (e.g., 5320, 5520, VSP series).
• Configure and troubleshoot ExtremeXOS and Fabric Connect technologies.
• Implement and manage network segmentation, VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP, and multicast protocols.
• Monitor network performance and proactively resolve issues using tools like ExtremeCloud™ IQ.
• Collaborate with IT teams to support network-related needs for data centers, campuses, and remote offices.
• Maintain documentation for network configurations, diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure network security through MACsec, ACLs, and port security.
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide Level 2/3 support for network incidents.

 

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in enterprise networking.
• Proven expertise with Extreme Networks switches and management platforms.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, and network security.
• Experience with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible) is a plus.
• Certifications such as Extreme Certified Specialist (ECS) or Extreme Certified Professional (ECP) are highly desirable
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

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Thanks & Regards

Sunny Menda

Technical Recruiter - US

MSR Cosmos

Email: sunny...@msrcosmos.com