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TekSynap · 1 month ago

Network Engineer III

Glynco, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that specializes in providing information management solutions for federal government customers. The Network Engineer III role is essential for maintaining and enhancing network infrastructures to ensure high availability and secure connectivity for federal law enforcement training programs.

ComputerInformation ServicesInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain networking infrastructure including switches, routers, firewalls, and other network hardware appliances

Monitor network performance to ensure high availability and reliability across all training and administrative operations

Collaborate with IT teams to assess network capacity needs and to design robust networking solutions that support the operational goals

Implement network security measures, manage firewall configurations, and ensure compliance with federal security protocols and standards

Conduct regular network assessments and performance audits, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools to identify and resolve issues proactively

Participate in the planning and deployment of new networking projects, including the integration of new technology as needed to enhance service delivery

Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance related to network infrastructure, responding to issues in a timely and effective manner

Document all network configurations, changes, and procedures to ensure consistency and recoverability

Train and guide junior network engineers and other IT staff on network management and best practices

Stay abreast of new technologies in the networking field and recommend upgrades and enhancements to keep the network infrastructure modern and efficient

Qualification

Network EngineeringCisco Certified Network ProfessionalTCP/IPNetwork SecurityCloud EngineeringNetwork Performance MonitoringTechnical SupportAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field

Five years of experience, within the last seven years, related to a specific engineering or computer science discipline such as: communications engineering, electrical engineering, electronics engineer, or telecommunications, in support of communication systems or networks

Familiarity with Government or industry processes, procedures, standards, methodologies, or tools relative to information security

Must be a US Citizen

Preferred

Relevant professional certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Juniper Networks Certified Internet Specialist (JNCIS) or Aruba Network Certificate (ACSA, ACSP, or ACSX)

Strong technical proficiency with networking hardware, software, and protocols such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VLANs, OSPF, BGP, IPv6, IPv4 and dual stacking

Experience in prioritizing network outages, projects and tasks while providing technical assistance and resolution to teams in order to maintain, troubleshoot and repair network infrastructure

Ability to design and implement operational network systems and prototypes according to current and future engineering data and Government requirements

Extensive knowledge of network principles, protocols and design, to evaluate and provide optimal network performance

Ability to collaborate with Network and System Engineers, equipment vendors, and other personnel to identify, define, and solve trending or developmental problems

Experience with cloud engineering and migration strategies

Ability to communicate, coordinate and resolve technical issues with OneNet Engineering personnel within the entire network topology including other Data Centers (DC)

Ability to review and make technical recommendations to all Infrastructure Change Control Board (ICCB) packets prior to submittal

Ensure recommendations are coordinated and understood by local, OneNet and DC personnel, and implemented correctly during network rollouts

Experience with major networking equipment brands and vendors, including Cisco, Juniper, Aruba or similar

Proven ability to monitor and enhance network performance and security

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills, capable of working collaboratively with multiple teams and effectively documenting complex network systems