Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a
Network Engineer who will support a government contract in
Washington, DC. Responsibilities for the Network Engineer: - Install, configure, maintain, and optimize LAN and WAN infrastructure, including routers, switches, VPN appliances, load balancers, and security devices.
- Ensure timely application of security patches to all network infrastructure devices, including routers, switches, voice and video systems, and security appliances.
- Monitor and analyze network performance using network management tools, troubleshooting network issues, and optimizing performance based on industry best practices.
- Maintain an up-to-date inventory of network assets, including hardware and software components, and ensure efficient asset tracking and lifecycle management.
- Provide design recommendations, technical feedback, and support during engineering meetings to contribute to the planning and execution of network projects.
- Manage data center network infrastructure, assist with storage and virtualization systems, and collaborate with relevant teams on infrastructure expansion and improvements.
- Stay informed of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in communications, networking devices, and system security.
- Troubleshoot and resolve network-related problems and outages, including those affecting voice, video, and data services, schedule necessary network upgrades and optimizations.
Qualifications for the Network Engineer: - 7 to 12 years of relative Experience
- Must have an Active Top Secret Clearance
- Excellent customer service skills complemented by an ability to listen to and interpret client requests
- Cisco Router and switch configuration (IOS/NX-OS), Palo Alto NextGen Firewall and VPN configuration experience, Experience with General Dynamics Taclanes and/or GEMOne
- F5 Load Balancer Knowledge, GTM/Big DNS Knowledge
Compensation for the Network Engineer: - $160,000 - $175,000 Depending on Experience.
- Cigna Medical, dental, vision, Holidays, 401k, PTO and Sick leave as required by law