Network Engineer

Cisco Systems, Inc.
Camp Pendleton North, CA, United States
3 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
8 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Access Network Systems Engineering Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Cloud Engineering Configuration Management Complex Networks CompTIA Security+ Cyber Security System Configuration Network Congestion Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
+34 more
Domain Name System (DNS) Firmware Monitoring of Systems Networking Hardware IP Addressing Internet Protocol Subnetting Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Network Security Network Troubleshooting Network Architecture Network Diagrams Network Interface Network Monitoring Routing Network Service Network Administration Cloud Services Simple Network Management Protocols TCP/IP Virtual Local Area Networks Wide Area Networks Wireless Access Point Wireless Networks Network Routers Identity Services Engine Enterprise Software Applications HybridCloud Information Technology SolarWinds (Software) Cisco Switches Network Server Cisco Servicenow

Job description

The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, configuring, maintaining, monitoring, securing, documenting, and troubleshooting enterprise network infrastructure supporting customer operations. The position supports geographically dispersed locations and works closely with Systems Engineering, Systems Administration, Cloud Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Technical Support personnel., * Engineer, configure, administer, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot enterprise LAN, WAN, and wireless network infrastructure.

  • Configure and maintain Cisco network equipment and associated network-management technologies.
  • Manage and troubleshoot switches, routers, wireless infrastructure, network interfaces, VLANs, IP addressing, and related network services.
  • Support Internet Protocol Address Management (IPAM) and maintain accurate IP address and VLAN assignments.
  • Configure and maintain network access and connectivity supporting users, servers, applications, cloud services, and enterprise systems.
  • Support and troubleshoot DISA and commercial telecommunications circuits, including coordination with external service providers when necessary.
  • Open, manage, track, and resolve technical support cases with Cisco TAC and other network-equipment vendors.
  • Diagnose complex network outages, degraded performance, packet loss, connectivity failures, routing problems, wireless issues, and other infrastructure incidents.
  • Monitor network availability, utilization, capacity, performance, and security and proactively identify potential service degradation.
  • Perform advanced root-cause analysis of network and infrastructure incidents and recommend corrective actions.
  • Install and implement network device software, firmware, patches, and security updates in accordance with applicable cybersecurity directives.
  • Support applicable IAVA/IAVB/IAVM, STIG, vulnerability-remediation, and cybersecurity-hardening activities affecting network infrastructure.
  • Coordinate with Cybersecurity personnel to remediate vulnerabilities and maintain secure network configurations.
  • Maintain configuration baselines and participate in formal configuration- and change-management processes.
  • Maintain current network diagrams, architecture documentation, equipment configurations, circuit information, SOPs, troubleshooting procedures, and other technical documentation.
  • Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and After Action Reports (AARs) for significant outages, maintenance activities, upgrades, and network incidents.
  • Identify network equipment approaching End-of-Life (EOL) or End-of-Support (EOS) and provide recommendations for technology refresh and replacement.
  • Support network equipment replacement and Return Material Authorization (RMA) activities.
  • Support network modernization, upgrades, migrations, installations, and technology-refresh initiatives.
  • Coordinate with Cable/Infrastructure Technicians concerning premise wiring, patch panels, network closets, fiber/copper connections, and physical connectivity issues.
  • Work with Systems Engineers and Systems Administrators to troubleshoot network-dependent services and application connectivity.
  • Coordinate with Cloud Engineers concerning connectivity between on-premises environments and Microsoft Azure/cloud resources.
  • Provide Tier III escalation support for complex network problems escalated by Systems Administrators and Technical Support personnel.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to network, systems, and support personnel.

Requirements

  • Must have 8+ years of progressively responsible network administration, network engineering, or enterprise infrastructure experience.
  • Must have an active DoD Secret security clearance.
  • Must have a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification.
  • Must meet applicable DoD 8140/DCWF requirements for Work Role 441 at the Advanced proficiency level.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting complex enterprise LAN/WAN environments.
  • Advanced experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco routing and switching technologies.
  • Experience supporting enterprise wireless network infrastructure.
  • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, subnetting, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, VPNs, and network-access technologies.
  • Experience with network monitoring, performance analysis, fault isolation, and capacity management.
  • Experience troubleshooting DISA, telecommunications-provider, WAN, or comparable enterprise circuit connectivity.
  • Experience performing network-device patching, firmware/software upgrades, and configuration changes.
  • Experience implementing and maintaining secure network configurations.
  • Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements applicable to network devices and infrastructure.
  • Experience with enterprise network-management and monitoring technologies.
  • Experience maintaining network architecture diagrams, configurations, SOPs, circuit documentation, and technical procedures.
  • Experience working within formal configuration-management and change-management processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform advanced network troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
  • Ability to independently resolve complex technical issues and coordinate resolution across multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to support geographically dispersed users and infrastructure., * Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related technical discipline.
  • CompTIA Security+, CySA+, SecurityX/CASP+, CISSP, or other certification.
  • Experience with Cisco Catalyst switches, routers, wireless controllers, and enterprise wireless access points.
  • Experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) or comparable network-access-control technology.
  • Experience with enterprise firewalls and security appliances.
  • Familiarity with DISA STIGs, ACAS/Tenable findings, IAVA requirements, and DoD vulnerability-management processes.
  • Experience with SolarWinds or comparable network-monitoring/management platforms.
  • Experience supporting fiber and copper network infrastructure.
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure networking or hybrid cloud connectivity.
  • Familiarity with VPN, ExpressRoute, cloud routing, network security groups, and hybrid enterprise connectivity.
  • Experience with ServiceNow or another enterprise ITSM/ticketing platform.
  • ITIL Foundation certification or experience working within an ITIL-based service-delivery environment.
  • Previous USMC, Navy, DISA, or other DoD enterprise networking experience.

Benefits & conditions

A3T offers excellent benefits to enhance the work-life balance, including:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition and Professional Development Assistance
  • Parking/Travel Reimbursement (metropolitan areas)

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About the company

Agil3 Technology Solutions LLC (“A3T”) is a Northern Virginia based, ISO 9001, ISO 20000-1 & ISO 27001 Certified, Women-Owned (WOSB) and Service-disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVOSB) small business. A recent recipient of the prestigious Washington Technology TOP 50 (ranking #9, and on the list for last 4 years!), A3T is experiencing industry leading recognition and growth. In addition to the CEO’s recognition as an “All-Star Entrepreneur”, A3T is recognized by Inc Magazine as one of the fastest growing companies in the country, by Vet 50 as Fastest Growing Veteran-Owned Businesses, and is featured in CyberSecurity Ventures / Cybercrime Magazine! “As a go-to Women-Owned Cybersecurity company in US and internationally”. As part of our growth, we are looking for YOU to join our growing team.

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