Network Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a Network Engineer will support a position in Manassa, 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

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