Network Engineer

JT4 LLC; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 83,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Active on Day 1

401(k) with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Job summary

JT4, LLC is seeking a Network Engineer in Las Vegas to implement, maintain, and optimize our enterprise network infrastructure. The role involves independent daily operations with collaboration on complex projects, requiring deep expertise in routing, switching, security, and network operations.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of networking experience, and will design and support LAN/WAN/WLAN, data centers, and VoIP systems, including configuring security devices and VPNs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of technical/professional networking experience.
• Strong understanding of enterprise routing, switching, security, and network operations.
• Proficient in configuring LAN, WAN, WLAN, and data center networks.
• Familiar with change management and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out engineering steps and resolve technical problems using standard practices.
• Prepare design specs or complete specifications for projects.
• Conduct lab investigations using computer-assisted test methods.
• Prepare, deliver, and submit technical presentations for design review meetings.
• Travel to remote locations as required.

Skills

Enterprise routing

Switching

Security

Network operations

VoIP design

LAN/WAN/WLAN

Documentation

On-call support

Education

Associate's degree in engineering or technical discipline

Tools

Cisco

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Job description

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JOB SUMMARY -- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

The Network Engineer is responsible for the implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of enterprise network infrastructure. This role works independently on day-to-day operations while collaborating with senior engineers on complex projects. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 7 years of networking experience and a strong understanding of enterprise routing, switching, security, and network operations.

Employee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:

• Conduct research and reference reading to assist higher-level engineers in obtaining technical information
• Keep informed of and study currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to engineering specialty
• Perform engineering or other highly technical tasks that are varied and may be somewhat difficult in character
• Plan and carry out successive engineering steps and resolve technical problems by standard practices and techniques, such as tolerance studies and design calculations
• Support projects with limited scope or parts of more complex projects with detailed instructions on the intent and scope of the documents to be prepared
• Generate sections of design specifications of more complex projects or complete specifications of less complex projects
• Using computer-assisted test methods, conduct laboratory investigations on equipment or systems
• Assist in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies
• Prepare, deliver, and submit technical presentations for in-process design and review meetings
• Perform other job-related duties, as required

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Design Enterprise Voice over IP and Traditional telephone system solutions.
• Manage Voice over IP servers and end equipment.
• Configure and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, and data center networks.
• Deploy and troubleshoot Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or equivalent networking equipment.
• Manage routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP.
• Configure Layer 2 technologies including VLANs, STP, EtherChannel/LACP, and trunking.
• Support VPN technologies including IPSec and SSL VPNs.
• Perform firewall policy implementation and NAT configuration.
• Troubleshoot network outages using packet captures and protocol analysis.
• Monitor network performance and recommend improvements.
• Implement network security best practices.
• Participate in change management and maintenance windows.
• Document network configurations, diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Assist with disaster recovery and high-availability solutions.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Participate in an on-call rotation as required.

REQUIREMENTS -- EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

An associate's degree in engineering or other technical discipline, or formal academic/vocational/military training and a minimum of 7 years of technical/professional experience in the specialty field are required for this position.

In addition, a Field Engineer II must possess the following qualifications:

• Strong understanding of enterprise routing, switching, security, and network operations
• Professional knowledge of applicable engineering concepts and principles and familiarity with related engineering fields
• Practical knowledge of test methods and practices sufficient to perform routine to more complex engineering procedures and to prepare or make minor modifications of standard test procedures or test equipment work instructions
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Planning/organizational skills

SALARY

The expected salary range for this position is $83,200.00 to $124,800 annually.

Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4, LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

BENEFITS

• Benefits Active on Day 1
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
• JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
• 100% Immediate Vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. Occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal; constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing documents; constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication; and constant mental alertness are required.

Travel to remote company work locations may be required.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.

SCC: JENG17; JCORP12

JT4 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, age disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), national origin, military status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. The Company provides reasonable accommodations/modifications to disabled individuals to assist in the hiring process and to qualified individuals with disabilities in the performance of essential job functions, in accordance with federal, state and local law. If you need assistance in completing this application, please contact Recruiting and Staffing at [phone].