TEKsystems · 1 day ago
Network Engineer
Washington, DC
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$45/hr - $50/hr
3+ years expTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are seeking a Network Engineer to support the daily operations of the agency’s network infrastructure. The role involves monitoring, maintenance, and Tier 1-2 network troubleshooting to ensure network availability and performance.
Information Technology
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support and maintain LAN/WAN, network devices, UPS, and environment monitoring system for DC headquarters facility and 52 field offices
Install, Configure, and troubleshoot network equipment including Cisco routers, switches, Meraki wireless, and Palo Alto firewall appliances
Support Internet connection and Zscaler remote access service for users and LAN-to-LAN IPSec connections to partner networks and dedicated WAN connection, e.g. vendor hosted site and Microsoft ExpressRoute connection
Perform daily monitoring of network health using ManageEngine/OpManager/Netflow and Configuration Manager
Create and update SOPs and various configuration tracking documents on a regular basis
Handle routine network troubleshooting (physical and logical connectivity issues, port configurations, VLAN assignments). Coordinate with local teams and vendors, problem-solve and restore service as needed
Monitor Palo Alto firewall logs to identify and report traffic anomalies
Troubleshoot WAN/MPLS circuit issues and open tickets with ISPs
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field plus 3+ years of relevant work experience in network support. Additional experience can be substituted for a degree
Must be available for weekend maintenance events and emergency outages
Must be engaging and proactive with critical thinking, strong desire to learn, and problem-solving ability, both independently and as part of a team
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to present ideas and reports clearly in English, both orally and in writing
Must obtain agency suitability clearance prior to start date
Cisco Routing/Switching: Strong working knowledge of Cisco IOS, StackWise cabling/logic, and EtherChannel troubleshooting
Firewalls: Basic understanding of Palo Alto firewalls and the ability to navigate and operate Panorama for monitoring purposes
Cloud & VPN: Familiarity with IPSec VPN concepts and connectivity to Microsoft Azure
Wireless: Experience operating and troubleshooting Cisco Meraki wireless solutions
Troubleshooting: Demonstrated ability to diagnose Layer 1–7 issues (cabling, IP conflicts, network loop, routing, etc.)
Preferred
Experience supporting a nationwide mid-sized Federal agency enterprise is a plus
CCNA certification is highly desired
Must be eligible to obtain EOCC Public Trust Clearance (3-4 week process)
Azure experience a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company
TEKsystems
At TEKsystems, they understand people. Every year they deploy over 80,000 IT professionals at 6,000 client sites across North America,
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ryan Skains
Vice President, TEKsystems Global Services
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