Junior Network Engineer – SDN & Security Focus

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company, seeks a Network Engineer to design, implement, manage, and optimize DHMS IT network infrastructure for reliability, performance, and security. You will work with IT teams and stakeholders to develop policies, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with DHMS IT policies and best practices.

The role requires strong network principles knowledge and hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper equipment, Wireshark, and SDN concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4 years of experience in network administration.
• Strong understanding of network principles and prior experience with network equipment (e.g., Cisco, Juniper).
• Advanced diagnostic, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills; able to work independently and as part of a team.
• CompTIA Network+ and/or CCNA certification preferred.
• CCNP certification preferred.
• Experience with SDN architecture preferred.
• Familiarity with the DHMS IT environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, manage, and optimize network infrastructure for reliability, performance, and security
• Work with IT teams and stakeholders to develop network policies
• Troubleshoot network issues and ensure compliance with DHMS IT policies and best practices
• Configure and troubleshoot network equipment (Cisco, Juniper) using tools such as Wireshark
• Conduct network assessments and develop automated configurations
• Develop and maintain network documentation
• Perform system testing and analysis
• Perform backup and recovery functions on network infrastructure
• Configure routers and switches to industry standards
• Administer Microsoft Active Directory network accounts

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science / IT or related field

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Wireshark

SDN

Job description

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company, seeks a Network Engineer to design, implement, manage, and optimize DHMS IT network infrastructure for reliability, performance, and security. You will work with IT teams and stakeholders to develop policies, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with DHMS IT policies and best practices.

The role requires strong network principles knowledge and hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper equipment, Wireshark, and SDN concepts.