PR: $85-90-HR W2 Setting: Hybrid - Tues, Wed and Thurs in office Location: Greenwood Village, CO Duration: 6-month contract Key Responsibilities: • Configure, manage, and troubleshoot enterprise routers and switches. • Design and maintain secure network environments using Palo Alto firewalls. • Implement and support dynamic routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP. • Collaborate with DevOps teams to automate network provisioning and monitoring. • Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for network configurations. • Monitor network performance and ensure high availability and security. • Participate in on-call rotation and respond to network incidents. Required Skills: • Proficiency in routing and switching technologies, including OSPF and BGP. • Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade routers and switches (Cisco, Juniper, etc.). • Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Git, CI/CD). • Solid understanding of network security principles and best practices. • Scripting skills (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) for automation and monitoring. Preferred Qualifications: • Bach Degree is preferred but not required • Strong experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls (configuration, policies, troubleshooting). • Palo Alto Networks certifications (e.g., PCNSE). • Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP). • Knowledge of container networking (Docker, Kubernetes). • Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, Prometheus). Qualifications: • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a DevOps role. • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.