Network Engineer

Description

Design, implement, and maintain secure, high-performance network infrastructures to support organizational operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, optimize, and ensure the scalability and reliability of the network, while managing ongoing upgrades and security improvements.

• Install, configure, maintain, and optimize LAN and WAN infrastructure, including routers, switches, VPN appliances, load balancers, and security devices.
• Ensure timely application of security patches to all network infrastructure devices, including routers, switches, voice and video systems, and security appliances.
• Monitor and analyze network performance using network management tools, troubleshooting network issues, and optimizing performance based on industry best practices.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of network assets, including hardware and software components, and ensure efficient asset tracking and lifecycle management.
• Provide design recommendations, technical feedback, and support during engineering meetings to contribute to the planning and execution of network projects.
• Manage data center network infrastructure, assist with storage and virtualization systems, and collaborate with relevant teams on infrastructure expansion and improvements.
• Stay informed of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in communications, networking devices, and system security.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network-related problems and outages, including those affecting voice, video, and data services, and schedule necessary network upgrades and optimizations.
• Demonstrate expertise in routing, switching, and firewall configuration, supporting complex and secure LAN/WAN networks.
• Understand and support Linux/Unix and Windows operating systems, including system security management, to ensure smooth integration with network services.
• Submit detailed and accurate reports on network performance, incidents, upgrades, and infrastructure status as required.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing software and hardware-related inquiries and troubleshooting issues promptly.
• Actively participate in team meetings to share updates, ideas, and solutions; lead or assist in network or related projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to objectives.
• Lead or assist in the execution of network or system-related projects, ensuring proper planning, coordination, and adherence to timelines.
• Implement and enforce security protocols for network infrastructure and systems to prevent unauthorized access, malware, and other security threats.
• Work with the team to plan and implement backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure the resilience of network and data services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex technical issues, ensuring swift resolution or escalation when necessary.
• Perform additional tasks and duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success and functioning of the team and organization.

• Excellent customer service skills complemented by an ability to listen to and interpret client requests.
• Cisco Router and switch configuration (IOS/NX-OS).
• Palo Alto Next Gen Firewall and VPN configuration experience.
• Experience with General Dynamics Taclanes and/or GEMOne.
• Technically proficient and experienced with Windows and Unix/Linux operating systems, network security, network traffic analysis, incident response, vulnerability analysis, packet analysis, and systems hardening.
• Possesses proficient knowledge of layer 2 switching and layer 3 routing protocols, encryption protocols, communication protocols. Examples include but not limited to: TLS/SSL, IPsec, SSH, BGP, VLAN, LLDP, LACP, ARP, 802.1x, DNS, AES, NTP, etc.
• Network Design and Implementation.
• Network Troubleshooting.
• Ability to identify, track and complete tasks for multiple projects under prescribed time frames.

Microsoft, Linux, Splunk, Ansible, Tenable, GEMS

• Top Secret with investigation current within the last 5 years.
• On-site, no remote.

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