Network Engineer

Company: ExpediteInfoTech, Inc
Location: Rockville
Posted on: March 12, 2023

Job Description:

Role: Network Engineer
Client: Federal
Location: Washington, DC
Status: This position requires a US Citizen
Position Type: Fulltime

• The position will provide technical support, focusing on Network, Monitoring, implementation, and, Network Security for the client.
  
• This role interfaces with client personnel and other support staff to solve problems.,
  
• The network engineer will take direction from the onsite Team Lead and offsite Program Manager.
  
• Must be able to operate in a time-sensitive environment to complete projects and tasks.
  
• Experience working in large-scale data centers and storage facilities.
  
• Candidate must have experience working with hybrid networks, including but not limited to on-premises and cloud infrastructure. (Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, VMware, etc.)
  
• Must have experience with Installation, Configuration, and deployment of routers, switches, and firewalls. Platforms include Cisco switches, Cisco ASA's, Brocade/Ruckus switches, and Fortinet Firewalls.
  
• Provides technical support, assists with troubleshooting, and commercial and in-house developed products using various tools. Experience with network monitoring tools is a plus, including Cisco Client.
  
• Must have experience with troubleshooting network technology including, but not limited to, WAN/LAN, wireless, VoIP, Ethernet circuits; Multi-Protocol, Label-Switching (MPLS); Internet Protocol (IP) and Session-Initiation Protocol (SIP) systems.
  
• As systems are implemented, r assistance may be required to ensure monitoring, network troubleshooting, and network-traffic reporting; These tools will be used to view, analyze and identify issues in real-time, being proactive in identifying them.
  
• On-Call Support may be required on evenings and weekends
  
  Responsibilities:
  
  
  
• Monitor Wide Area Network. Responding to support requests via email, phone calls, and incident tracking system.
  
• Configure and deploy network devices such as switches, routers, and firewalls. Vendors include Cisco, Ruckus, and Fortinet)
  
• Configuration and management of VPN solutions.
  
• Configuration and management of Wireless systems. Experience with Cisco and Ruckus is a plus.
  
• Provide Tier 3 WAN network support while interfacing with various support groups. This may include commercial vendors and partners.
  
• Use ServiceNow to track service workflows and various service-related incidents.
  
• Support new solutions, design, and implement data communications/telecommunications networks.
  
• Analyze and resolve ongoing technical issues and identify potential improvements to increase technical infrastructure reliability.
  
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve network issues relating to communication/ connectivity of applications, systems, and resources.
  
• Monitor network performance and provide recommendations for improved efficiency and reliability.
  
• Evaluate current network-monitoring products and make recommendations on how best to use them.
  
• Provide general-system configuration, procedures, testing models, support, and training needed.
  
• Assist in transforming managed services, recognizing routers, switches, Wi-Fi, and firewall (network services) are transferring to the managed, local-area network (MLAN).
  
• Provide guidance, support, and documentation for effective reporting of network traffic conditions (setting alarm thresholds and reporting options)
  
• Monitor, support, and troubleshoot various vendor products, such as Cisco, Aruba, Ruckus, and other related products concerning Wide Area Networks (WAN), Local Area Networks (LAN), and Wireless LAN (WLAN). When possible, the client will provide visibility to networks.
  
• Coordinate and collaborate with support contractors and government partners to identify and resolve issues/ tickets. This includes Telecommunication, Cisco,
  
  
  Minimum Requirements:
  
  
  
• CCNA with at least 3+ years of experience
  
• Bachelor's degree in information technology-related field of study with a network engineering focus with a strong understanding of network infrastructure and network hardware ( Preferred)
  
  Attributes:
  
  
  
• Ability to think through problems and visualize solutions, implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices, including wireless access points, firewalls, routers, switches, and controllers.
  
• Knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols.
  
• Ability to create accurate network diagrams and documentation for design and planning network communication systems.
  
• Ability to work with all levels of staff within and outside of IT and the organization.
  
• Ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology and products using documentation and internet resources.
  
• A self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team environment.
  
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to be dependable and flexible when necessary.
  
• Network security experience. LAN and WAN experience.
  
• CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) certification is desirable.
  
  
  Travel: Travel may be required to client sites to evaluate and troubleshoot network-related issues. The position is currently 100% remote, but the client may require attendance at an office in Washington, DC, in the future.
  

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