Junior Network Engineer

MatchPoint Solutions is a fast-growing, young, energetic global IT-Engineering services company with clients across the US. We provide technology solutions to various clients like Uber, Robinhood, Netflix, Airbnb, Google, Sephora and more! More recently, we have expanded to working internationally in Canada, China, Ireland, UK, Brazil and India. Through our culture of innovation, we inspire, build, and deliver business results, from idea to outcome. We keep our clients on the cutting edge of the latest technologies and provide solutions by using industry specific best practices and expertise.

We are excited to be continuously expanding our team. If you are interested in this position, please send over your updated resume. We look forward to hearing from you!

Title: Jr. Network Engineer

Duration: 3-6 Months

Location: Remote

Rate: $30/hr - $40/hr

Requirements:

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Network Engineer with strong hands-on experience in Cisco networking , Firewall management , Juniper routers/switches , and Mist wireless solutions . This role requires deep knowledge of enterprise network infrastructure, security best practices, and cloud-managed network technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise network infrastructure using Cisco routers, switches, and wireless controllers .
• Configure and maintain Firewall systems (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco ASA/Firepower, Fortinet, etc.) for secure access and traffic control.
• Deploy, troubleshoot, and optimize Juniper EX/QFX/MX series devices in campus and data center environments.
• Administer and support Mist AI-driven wireless networks , including access point provisioning, network policies, and user analytics.
• Perform network monitoring, capacity planning, and performance tuning.
• Conduct root cause analysis of complex network issues and drive resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on network design, upgrades, and security initiatives.

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of experience with Cisco networking (CCNA/CCNP preferred) .
• Strong understanding of Layer 2/3 protocols (STP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP).
• Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting Firewalls and VPNs.
• Hands-on experience with Juniper Networks hardware and JunOS CLI .
• Experience with Mist AI / Juniper Mist Wi-Fi deployments and cloud dashboards.
• Knowledge of network security, segmentation, and NAC solutions.
• Scripting experience (Python/Shell) is a plus.

Certifications Preferred:

• Cisco CCNA/CCNP
• Juniper JNCIA/JNCIS
• Mist Certification (Optional but a plus)