Job#: 2023827

Job Description:

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Job Title: Network Engineer
Client: Inova Health Systems
Required Certification: CCNA Certified
Contract Type/Length: 6-Month Contract to Hire
Interview Process: One step conference line call with supervisor and manager
Pay Rate Hourly/Salary Range: $62.50/HR-$67.30/HR and $130,000-$140,000
Location/Hours of Operation: 45745 Nokes Blvd Sterling Virginia 100% onsite and Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
Daily Responsibilities

• Using established standards, or under the direction of an Architect, you will manage data communications infrastructure such as switches, routers, firewalls, power equipment and supporting infrastructure.???????
• Works well independently in the resolution of problems while allowing for other team members to continue to work on other tasks.
• Demonstrate the ability to resolve problems effectively and efficiently while being required to ensure minimal disruptions and unplanned downtime of assigned systems.
• Proactively identify and implement successful preventive measures as evidenced by minimal issues associated with assigned systems and implementations.
• Proactively research industry trends and shares information/recommendations with appropriate stakeholders.
• Develop or lead the creation of installations, configurations, and the maintenance of policies and procedures.
• ???????Define and manage disaster recovery and business continuity standard operating procedures.
• Initiate and complete tasks without continual reminders.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures and security requirements as well as all federal, state and contractual obligations.
• Manage escalations and sub-cases to ensure timely and high quality resolution of all issues.
• ???????Develops and implements strategies for providing facilitative support resulting in fewer incidents, increased availability and/or accelerated deployments.
• Act as a technical point of contact during Business/Disaster Recovery planning and preparedness efforts by participating in meetings, developing and documenting plans/procedures as well as participating in tests for responsible systems.
• ???????Participates in a on-call rotation with an understanding that additional work hours may be required.

Requirements Qualifications:

• Seven or more years, minimum, of experience in an enterprise networking environment with both administration and problem resolution of enterprise Cisco equipment required.
• Five years, minimum, of experience working hands on with enterprise ticketing systems, network monitoring tools and packet capture tools.
• Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP and other protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, spanning tree, DNS, DHCP and firewall policies.
• Candidate must have strong, demonstrable skills in following and appropriately applying established policies and procedures.

Required Certification:

• Certified Cisco Network Associate CCNA or equivalent certifications in network operations and support or demonstrated equivalent knowledge.

Technical Skills:

• Ability to independently plan, organize and document complex system support activities and to configure systems to be consistent with institutional policies/procedures.
• Must be able to clearly and timely communicate technical/complex information both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain cross-functional cooperation, understanding, trust and credibility.
• Willing and competent in performing multiple tasks concurrently and responding to emergency situations effectively.

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EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

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