Network Engineer

Company: Operation Front and Center
Location: Hampton
Posted on: May 9, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionSalary: $68K to $90K DOEPosition Summary: HYBRID OPPORTUNITY!!!!Under general supervision, performs technical tasks in the design, implementation, administration, and maintenance of an enterprise-wide network infrastructure and telephony systems of OPFC. The Network Engineer has a key role in developing and maintaining network documentation and procedures. Will recommend and implement innovations to keep the network environment modern, including SD-WAN, high availability, wireless failover, and micro segmentation. This position is eligible for a hybrid-remote alternative work arrangement, although the candidate must be within driving distance to Hampton and Richmond Virginia. Essential Functions:▪ Responsible for effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of a variety of network and systems hardware, software, and services. This includes Cisco switches, routers, firewalls, Wi-Fi, phone system, intrusion prevention systems, and related security applications.▪ Plan and implement installation of network infrastructure hardware and components for LAN/WAN connectivity. Responsible for day-to-day management and provides advanced technical support for enterprise networking equipment, phone system, content filters, and WAN circuits. Facilitates the design, installation, and maintenance of the network infrastructure.▪ Recommends network contingency and redundancy designs and ensures the recoverability of networking systems through proper and adequate backup and recovery methods.▪ Creates, maintains, and updates diagrams and documentation of infrastructure components, systems, and procedures. Use network management tools to discover, map, and maintain the network architecture.▪ Participates in technical research to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure. Analyzes products and recommends use of new products and services to management.▪ Monitors networks for suspicious and hostile activity, reviews logs from various security tools and network traffic analyzers. ▪ Evaluates and measures network performance and effectiveness; utilizes tools to make recommendations on network infrastructure enhancements. Adheres to policies and procedures for capacity planning, performance, and security.▪ Conduct vulnerability assessments of equipment and systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs.▪ Resolves systems and network problems and provides technical assistance to I.T. staff and end users.▪ Occasionally assists in administration and support of server systems including Microsoft Active Directory and VMware.▪ Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advanced notice.Position Requirements (Knowledge/Skills/Abilities):▪ Background in network design, installation, and administration of the following: Cisco networking hardware, routing, switching, ASA firewall, Nexus switches, VPNs, VLANs, DMZs, Cisco Voice-Over-IP Technologies (Unity Connections, UCCX, Call Manager).- 2 -▪ Knowledge of networking concepts, TCP/IP, complex core network design, enterprise routing configurations involving EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP. Knowledge of various network protocols and security practices.▪ Some Experience with Cisco ISE administration preferred.▪ Some experience with Windows server and VMware server administration preferred.▪ Ability to move/transport IT equipment (up to 50lbs).Education/Experience:▪ Bachelor's degree in an Information Technology field, or IT related degree; or equivalent combination of experience▪ Minimum of five years hands on related experience in IT network support, troubleshooting, LAN administration, and implementation.▪ Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) or equivalent certification

Keywords: Operation Front and Center, Hampton , Network Engineer, Engineering , Hampton, Virginia