Network Engineer

Talascend is currently seeking a Network Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Bellevue, Washington (State).

The role involves supporting a multi-state, multi-site networking infrastructure team by designing and implementing new network solutions and improving the efficiency of current networks for clients.

• Designing and implementing new network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of current networks for clients.
• Installing, configuring, maintaining, and supporting network equipment.
• Maximizing network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Investigating faults in the network and updating equipment.
• Reporting network status to key stakeholders.
• Producing and maintaining documentation of network functions.
• Staying up to date with industry standards and network equipment.
• Working with a team of IT system engineers and managers to maintain availability of enterprise IT services and infrastructure.

• 5+ years of network engineer experience required
• 3+ years with industrial control system (ICS) networking infrastructure and protocols (DCS/SCADA) experience

• Knowledge of full spectrum of enterprise networking hardware.
• Experience with Aruba CX, Palo Alto, National Instruments cRIO or equivalent solutions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Layer2/3 technologies and protocols.
• Knowledge of application-level protocols such as SNMP, SSH, HTTPS, DHCP, DNS, 802.1x, IPSec.
• Networking certifications - ACSP, CCNP, or equivalent knowledge to be demonstrated.
• Ability to build rapport with business partners.
• Deadline and detail-oriented.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k),EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on dateof hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, orveteran status.