TEKsystems · 1 day ago
Senior Network Engineer
Washington, DC
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$70/hr - $80/hr
7+ years expTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to serve as the technical lead for network infrastructure projects. The role involves designing, configuring, and securing complex network environments, as well as mentoring other Network Engineers and managing network security posture.
Information Technology
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support and maintain LAN/WAN, UPS and environment monitoring system for DC headquarters facility and 52 field offices
Lead the installation, configuration, and maintenance of network infrastructure including Cisco Router/switches, Palo Alto firewalls, and WAN/MPLS circuits
Manage security posture using Cisco ISE, Palo Alto firewall, and Zscaler; oversee network access controls and operations
Configure and maintain Palo Alto firewalls using Panorama for centralized management
Architect and manage site-to-site and client VPN connections to vendor, and Microsoft Azure
Perform advanced troubleshooting on WAN/MPLS services and coordinate with service providers to resolve outages
Mentor the other Network Engineers
Document network diagrams and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field plus 7+ years of relevant work experience installing, supporting, and troubleshooting enterprise network systems
Proven operational experience with Cisco ISE (policy creation, TACACS+, RADIUS)
Operational experience with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA)
Hands-on experience with Palo Alto (Panorama and firewall rule management)
Expert-level knowledge of Layer 2/3 switching, specifically StackWise and EtherChannel configurations
Ability to connect, secure, and manage VPNs to remote / Microsoft Azure
Proficiency with Network Management Systems, specifically ManageEngine/OpManager/Netflow/Configuration Manager
Hands-on knowledge of Cisco routers supporting MPLS Wide Area Networking, QOS, BGP, EIGRP, Multicasting routing, Extranet, MS ExpressRoute
Deep understanding of DHCP, DNS, OSPF, and BGP
Must be available for weekend maintenance events and emergency outages
Must be engaging and proactive with critical thinking 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
Must be eligible to obtain EEOC Public Trust Clearance (3-4 week process)
Preferred
Experience supporting a nationwide mid-sized Federal agency enterprise is a plus
CCNP certification is highly desired
CCNP Not Absolutely Required But Preferred
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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