M.C. Dean, Inc. · 10 hours ago
Network Engineer L2– San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $150K/yr
2+ years expM.C. Dean is a leader in building intelligence, providing innovative solutions for mission-critical facilities and complex infrastructure. They are seeking a Network Engineer Level 2 who will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing network solutions and security infrastructures, while collaborating with stakeholders to address networking needs and troubleshoot issues.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and document functional multifaceted networks to deliver quality product to the customer, facilitate project success and resolve challenges as they arise
Configure L2/L3 networking, VLANs, Wireless networks, VPNs
Diagnose issues with network topologies and equipment with routers, switches, firewalls and other network devices
Troubleshoot and resolve complex problems with LAN, WAN
Define, develop and conduct regular network and firewalls maintenance plans
Collaborating with stakeholders, network/system domain experts and ISPs to define requirements and troubleshoot network issues
Analyzing, developing and presenting technical and operational solutions, alternatives, and final recommendations to various audiences (technical/engineering, project management, influential stakeholders, and senior leader/executive/decision makers)
Researching new technologies to understand implementation requirements, understand implications for integration with other systems, and deliver enhancements and efficiencies to the end user
Performing IS cybersecurity/hardening functions and audits of existing network infrastructures including IP addressing, hosted devices, circuit loads, and traffic flows
Creating and supporting disaster recovery procedures and continuity of operations plans
Troubleshoot and debugging complex network problems and recommending operational efficiency improvements
Experience with full design, management and sustainment of entire network and built the network from ground up
Continually re-evaluate the systems to ensure they are still effective and proactively assess how new technology developments or changes in the environment may require new solutions
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on network engineering needs and requirements for system performance, installations, and sustainment programs and provide recommended improvements per industry best practices
Qualification
Required
Ability to travel up to 25%
Master's degree and 2 + years of experience in networking
Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of experience in networking
Strong network and IT background with hands on experience
Expertise in implementing, administering, and troubleshooting network infrastructure devices, including firewalls, routers, switches, wireless access points, and monitoring applications
Acquiring computer systems, integrating firewalls, and configuration of equipment
Knowledge and experience with all Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols (STP, VTP, VLAN, LACP, OSPF, IS-IS, BGP, etc.)
Hands-on technical experience working with VPN technologies (IPSEC, SSL VPN, AnyConnect, DMVPN, etc.)
Good understanding of enterprise core services such as DNS, DHCP, NTP, and Directory Services
Information system (IS) device hardware requirements to include physical space, power & cooling
Good understanding of transmission mediums to include copper cabling (Ex. CAT5E, CAT6) and fiber cabling (Ex. OS2, OM4)
Cybersecurity experience - Palo Alto NGFW and other Firewall equipment
Scripting languages including Python, Ansible and others
Reliable attendance at customer site during work hours required by customer
Ability to work in an on-call 24/7 support capacity that rotate with team members
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time
Must be able to sign NDAs and protect confidentiality of projects and clients
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Professional presence, attire, and communication when working with team partners, clients, and users at the customer sites
Ability to handle stressful situations and timeframes in a professional manner with team partners, clients, and end users at the customer sites
Preferred
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA SySA+
CCNA
CCNP
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
401k Retirement Plan
Military Reserve pay offset
Paid maternity leave
Company
M.C. Dean, Inc.
M.C. Dean, Inc. offers comprehensive technological systems in Washington.
5001-10000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Bill Dean
Chief Executive Officer
Chris Frazier
Marcomm Business Partner
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