TECHEAD · 21 hours ago
Network Engineer II
Chesapeake, VA
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expTECHEAD is a company with over thirty-five years of heritage and accomplishments, seeking a highly motivated Network Engineer II to join their implementation and operations team. This role is crucial for designing, configuring, implementing, and maintaining robust network infrastructure while mentoring junior team members and managing technical documentation.
ConsultingRecruitingStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Nathaniel Winters
Responsibilities
Execute complex network changes, configurations, and upgrades, ensuring high availability and minimal disruption
Design, configure, and troubleshoot advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 environments utilizing protocols like OSPF and EIGRP, and ensuring gateway redundancy (HSRP, VRRP, GLBP)
Implement and manage firewall rules (NAT, stateful inspection, ACLs) and troubleshoot Layer 4-7 application issues (DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S)
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot enterprise Wi-Fi systems, including Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs), advanced security (802.1X, WPA3), and basic RF design principles
Configure and maintain Network Access Control systems (e.g., Cisco ISE or Aruba ClearPass) for device profiling, posture assessment, and role-based access policy enforcement
Act as a technical resource, mentoring junior team members and taking ownership of change control processes and technical documentation
Assist in projects involving emerging technologies and advanced concepts, including an introduction to VRFs, BGP, and MPLS
Qualification
Required
2-4 years of experience in network engineering or a similar technical role
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on root cause analysis
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and team collaboration
Demonstrated ownership of change control procedures and project documentation
Advanced VLAN design, trunking protocols, EtherChannel/LACP, and meticulous STP tuning (PortFast, BPDU Guard, Root Guard)
Expertise in configuration and troubleshooting of OSPF and EIGRP
Implementation of redundant gateway protocols (HSRP, VRRP, GLBP)
Understanding of VRF (Virtual Routing and Forwarding) and route leaking concepts
Hands-on experience with stateful inspection, NAT, and Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Proficient in application layer troubleshooting for core services like DNS, DHCP, HTTP, and HTTPS
Basic understanding of Quality of Service (QoS) classification, marking, and queuing
Experience with Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) setup and management
Strong familiarity with 802.1X and RADIUS authentication integration
Ability to diagnose and resolve common wireless issues (roaming, coverage, throughput)
Practical familiarity with platforms such as Cisco ISE and/or Aruba ClearPass (CPPM)
Understanding of device profiling, posture assessment, and implementing role-based access policies
Preferred
Basic understanding of BGP and MPLS protocols
Familiarity with foundational concepts of SD-Access or SD-WAN
Company
TECHEAD
TECHEAD serves clients across the U.S. providing creative talent and information technology staffing solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Philise Conein
Chief Executive Officer
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