Network Engineer II

System One IT has a contract to hire opening for a Network Engineer II to support a respected Healthcare IT customer in Columbia, MD. This is a 6-month contract to hire engagement, with 3 days a week on-site/2 days remote. Network Engineer II is responsible for the technical design, architecture, configuration, and implementation of core elements that comprise the company's enterprise networks. Network Engineer II serves as a technical consultant within multiple project teams. Network Engineer II is also responsible for the effective and timely delivery of networking solutions to meet the defined needs of the organization. Network Engineer II is considered to be the resident technical expert within the network space. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship and must pass a pre-employment background investigation., * Assists with planning, design, and implementation of large enterprise voice/network solutions to support the enterprise

• Works in conjunction with multiple project team members to refine project-specific requirements and meet project deliverables within the networking space
• Provides tier-3 level technical support to resolve network issues with a strong focus on customer service
• Creates and maintains comprehensive technical design documentation for proposed and implemented solutions
• Works with Solutions Architects to assist in the technical evaluation of potential new technologies and vendor selection
• Supports the Network and Operations Teams by facilitating effective service transition and process development
• Performs other duties as assigned, System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

• At least 10 years of experience managing and supporting large enterprise infrastructure/network environments - designing, planning, documenting, and implementing
• CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE preferred
• Advanced knowledge of IP routing protocols such as EIGRP, BGP, and OSPF
• Current knowledge of network security technologies - including, but not limited to: Cisco Sourcefire IDPS/FTD, Zscaler ZIA / Advanced FW, Cisco ISE, Palo Alto NGFWs / GlobalProtect, Meraki switches and wireless, Cisco ACI, Silver Peak (HPE) SD-WAN
• Advanced knowledge of S2S VPN configuration and support
• Advanced knowledge of enterprise-level WAN and INET circuit configuration, support, along with inter-data center connectivity
• Flexible and able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• Positive, self-motivated individual who can complete tasks independently
• Strong vendor management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, leadership, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language will be required
• Expertise in creating and speaking network architecture diagrams to all levels of leadership
• Ability to regularly multitask and, at times, perform tasks off-hours
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite