Network Engineer OnSite

NextIS Solutions, Inc; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Network Engineer to design and implement network infrastructure in Maryland. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in network engineering, strong knowledge of network technologies, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Federal Security Clearance. This role involves collaborating with the IT team to ensure network security, monitoring performance, and maintaining accurate documentation. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in network engineering or related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Federal Security Clearance.
• Strong understanding of network technologies including VLANs and VPNs.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network infrastructure including hardware.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Develop and maintain network documentation.

Skills

Network protocols knowledge

Experience with Wireshark

Experience with SolarWinds

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

TCP/IP

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

AWS

Azure

Juniper

Palo Alto

Job description

Job Description

About the Role

As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our company's network infrastructure. You will work closely with our IT team to ensure that our network is secure, reliable, and efficient. Your main goal will be to ensure that our network meets the needs of our business and supports our growth.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in network engineering or related field
• Strong understanding of network protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and VPNs
• Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools, such as Wireshark and SolarWinds
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Federal Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent certification
• Experience with cloud networking, such as AWS or Azure
• Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) technologies, such as Cisco, Juniper, or Palo Alto

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and other hardware
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise
• Collaborate with IT team to ensure network security and compliance with company policies
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams and configurations
• Stay up-to-date with emerging network technologies and recommend upgrades or improvements as needed

Skills

In this role, you will use your strong technical skills to design and implement network infrastructure that meets the needs of our business. You will also use your analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot network issues and recommend improvements. Additionally, your communication and collaboration skills will be essential as you work closely with our IT team to ensure network security and compliance with company policies. Finally, your ability to stay up-to-date with emerging network technologies will be critical as you recommend upgrades or improvements to our network infrastructure.