Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a Network Engineer will support a position in Manassas, VA. Responsibilities for the Network Engineer:
- 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.
- Demonstrate expertise in routing, switching, and firewall configuration, supporting complex and secure LAN/WAN networks.
- Understand and support Linux/Unix and Windows operating systems, including system security management, to ensure smooth integration with network services.
Qualifications for the Network Engineer:
- Clearance: Top Secret
- 3 to 7 years of relevant experience in networking
- 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
- Technically proficient and experienced with Windows and Unix/Linux operating systems, network security, network traffic analysis, incident response, vulnerability analysis, packet analysis, and systems hardening.
Compensation for the Network Engineer:
- $130,000 - $170,000 *Depending on Experience.
- Cigna Medical, dental, vision, Holidays, 401k, PTO and Sick leave as required by law
#LI-SH2