Network Engineer - Level 1

Equa; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company in Maryland is looking for a Network Engineer - Level 1. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining secure communication networks. Responsibilities include setup and configuration of LAN and WAN, monitoring network operations, and troubleshooting issues. Candidates should possess relevant skills in OSI model, LAN/WAN protocols and ideally have certifications like CompTIA Network+. The position requires the ability to manage projects and a valid driver's license for client support. Travel may be required frequently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT Computer related field preferred or 3 years of relevant experience.
• Understanding of OSI and TCP/IP model.
• Strong technical problem solving and analytic skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure communication networks.
• Monitor and support multi-regions network operations.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose network-related issues.

Skills

Understanding of OSI and TCP/IP model

Understanding of LAN networking protocols

Understanding of WAN networking protocols

Experience with monitoring tools

Strong technical problem-solving skills

Ability to manage projects

Strong oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT Computer related field or equivalent experience

Tools

Windows server

Linux operating system

Job description

About the job Network Engineer - Level 1

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Network engineer is a technical professional responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, supporting, and developing secure communication networks within organizations or between organizations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Detailed designing, technical consulting and implementation services. High Level Design, Low Level design and Acceptance test planning for Data Networks
• Design, setup and configure Local Area Network per corporate standard
• Design, setup and configure global Wide Area Network per corporate standard
• Design, setup and configure wireless infrastructure to support secure private corporate and guest Internet access per corporate standard
• Design, setup and configure Internet facing infrastructure (DNS, DMZ, VPN, etc.) per corporate standard
• Design, setup and configure load balancers per corporate standard per corporate standard
• Design, setup and configure voice, video and fax infrastructure per corporate standard
• Design, setup and configure network and security infrastructure for external partners and contract manufacturers
• Setup and administrate security appliances including firewall, VPN and reverse proxy
• Maintain software applications and operating systems to support regular network operations including DNS, DHCP, WINS, IPAM and Monitoring
• Define and document system standards with written procedures, processes, engineering drawings and other technical documents
• Monitor and support multi-regions (including Cloud) network operations (DHCP, DNS, switches, routers, etc)
• Troubleshoot and diagnose network, voice and security related issues
• Evaluate vendors, processes and technologies to improve quality and efficiency of IT infrastructure
• Collaborate with users to capture system requirements and propose network solutions to meet user requirements
• Capacity monitoring (Utilization, QoS, IP allocation, Port density, etc.), diagnostic and recommend remediation
• Coordinate and scheduling outage for upgrade and patch management
• Design and propose new solutions to improve performance and resiliency of current environment
• Manage small projects to integrate new network designs into production
• Provide inputs and guidance in development of new technologies and solutions
• Support for network performance management
• Network analysis, integration, and tuning
• Configuration of network devices
• Support for a variety of network devices, to include – Firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers and WAPs
• Support all preventative and emergency maintenance activities
• Support problem management efforts, to include development of Root Cause Analysis documentation and resolution
• Provide support for any network-related projects to include router/switch upgrades, circuit upgrades
• Maintain and audit asset inventory

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT Computer related field preferred or 3 years of relevant experience

Skills:

• Understanding of OSI and TCP/IP model (TCP, UDP, CIDR, etc.)
• Understanding of LAN networking protocols (PoE, STP, EIGRP, HSRP, VLAN, etc.)
• Understanding of WAN networking protocols (BGP, PBR, MPLS, etc.)
• Understanding of QoS networking protocols
• Understanding of Wireless 802.11 protocols (802.11b/a/g/n/ac, WPA, WEP, PEAP, etc.)
• Experience with monitoring, network troubleshooting and analytics tools
• Experience with Windows server and Linux operating system
• Experience with managing voice infrastructure (PBX, SIP, POTS, PRI)
• Experience with security operation (ACLs)
• Experience with IP Address Management (DHCP, DNS)
• Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Strong technical problem solving and analytic skills to isolate problems, recommend and implement solutions
• Ability to follow tasks to completion and be dependable
• Ability to work at in a fast pace environment, dealing with multiple priorities
• Ability to manage projects
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Ability to interact with team members without supervision
• Demonstrate a professional business attitude when working with internal staff and external clients
• Sense of urgency, initiative and competitive drive to get things done

CERTIFICATIONS:

Any of the following certifications are a plus:

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network +
• CompTIA Security +
• CompTIA Server+
• Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA)
• Network Security Expert Level 2 (NSE 2)

General Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
• May be required to work additional hours to support business objectivesLimited availability to take leave during peak business cycles to support business objectives
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle are required for this position as it requires client onsite support.
• Ability to maintain valid driver's license issued within the United States and proof of personal liability insurance (applicable for mileage reimbursement)
• Must be willing to submit to assessment, background, and illegal substance testing prior to employment
• Ability to travel, up to 75% of time to domestic locations

Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer