Network Performance Engineer

Integratedcooling; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Virginia is seeking a Network Performance Engineer to assess IT infrastructure performance and optimize systems. The ideal candidate has a degree in Computer Science and 5+ years of system administration experience. Key skills include expertise in Microsoft Windows and Redhat Linux, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills. This role offers the opportunity to work with clients and contribute to enhancing network performance. A US Citizenship and TS clearance are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of system administration experience.
• Expert level experience in infrastructure protocols like LDAP, SAML, OAuth 2.0.
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline processes.

Responsibilities

• Interface with clients to assess IT infrastructure performance.
• Establish baselines and identify optimization opportunities.
• Analyze complex issues and provide solutions.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Technical writing

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science or similar

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Redhat Linux

Python

Bash

Wireshark

Job description

Secunetics provides network infrastructure intelligence services to government agencies and commercial clients. We work with our clients to help assess the performance of IT infrastructures, establish baselines, and identify opportunities for optimization/improvement. We are a focused team of enthusiastic colleagues working together on a diverse and challenging set of projects. We value creative, strategic thinkers with demonstrated interest and skills in optimizing network performance.

We are looking for a Network Performance Engineer to interface with our team and our clients to help assess the performance of IT infrastructures, establish baselines, and identify opportunities for optimization/improvement. This is a highly visible, client-facing role. We value creative, strategic thinkers with demonstrated interest and skills in optimizing network performance.

Who you are:

• You are a US Citizen and are able to be clearable to the TS level
• You are passionate and curious about technology
• You are committed to work with a like-minded team to learn and grow in your field of expertise
• You are a problem solver and able to analyze and breakdown complex issues
• You have an eye for detail and consistency
• You have strong communication skills that are used to solicit and incorporate feedback in your work
• You have a strong interest in infrastructure performance
• You enjoy interacting with clients to satisfy their goals and objectives

We are looking for a team member with the following skills:

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
• 5+ years of system administration
• Expert level experience in Microsoft Windows, Windows Server Family of Products, and Redhat Linux
• Expert level knowledge of infrastructure protocols such as LDAP, SAML, OAuth 2.0, SSH, SFTP, SCP, SNMPv3, Netflow, SMTP.
• Advanced level of experience automating data reporting or operational tasks with scripting languages (including Python and Bash).
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline processes.
• Solid understanding of other networking technologies (including TCP/IP, traffic analysis, TAPs, traffic brokers)
• Excellent understanding of technology concepts such as SDLC, systems engineering, IT performance management, IT operations, operational monitoring, security monitoring, and KPI
• Experience working with or integrating various enterprise management systems
• Experienced leader of highly complex projects as part of a larger team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including technical writing

If you have any of the following, it would be a bonus:

• Active US Secret or Top Secret clearance
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or Bash
• CCNA, CCNP, JNCIP and/or CCDA certifications
• Extensive experience in packet analysis (Wireshark)
• Familiarity with ITILv3 concepts especially Service Operations

Secunetics is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, age, gender identity, or any other applicable basis that is protected by foreign, federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.