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Koniag Government Services · 3 days ago

Network Engineer

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Koniag Government Services is seeking a Network Engineer to support KITS and their government customer in Washington, DC. The role involves maintaining, configuring, and troubleshooting network components to ensure the reliability, performance, and security of all network systems.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless systems

Document all switching and routing equipment, IP-addressable devices, and cabling interconnects

Perform day-to-day network maintenance, installation, and configuration activities

Review and analyze existing network processes, recommending improvements where needed

Implement approved process improvements and maintain related documentation

Monitor and analyze network performance, recommending and applying optimization measures

Support disaster recovery planning and testing for network infrastructure

Assist in implementing and maintaining network security and firewall configurations

Conduct quality assurance and quality control checks on network systems

Stay informed of emerging networking technologies and standards

Provide data and documentation to support internal and external audits

Qualification

Layer 2/3 networkingVLANsVPNsRouting protocolsSubnettingEnterprise switchesFirewallsNetwork monitoring toolsTroubleshooting skillsAnalytical skillsNetwork documentationConfiguration managementNetwork automationCloud networkingSD-WAN technologiesCisco certificationsJuniper certificationsCompTIA Network+Communication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)

3+ years of experience supporting and maintaining enterprise networks

Proficiency with Layer 2/3 networking, VLANs, VPNs, routing protocols, and subnetting

Experience with enterprise switches, routers, and firewalls

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Understanding of network documentation and configuration management

Familiarity with multicast technologies and network monitoring tools

This position requires a Criminal background check

Preferred

Cisco, Juniper, or similar vendor certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+)

Experience implementing network automation or scripting

Working knowledge of cloud networking or SD-WAN technologies

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Health, dental and vision insurance

401K with company matching

Flexible spending accounts

Paid holidays

Three weeks paid time off

Company

Koniag Government Services

Koniag Government Services is a Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government.

Founded in 1971

Chantilly, Virginia, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.koniag-gs.com/

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