Systems Network Engineer (LAN/WAN) (Hybrid)

Overview

• Tier One Technologies is seeking a Systems Network Engineer to support our US Government client.
• This hybrid Contract-to-Hire position will be located in Raleigh, NC. 
• SELECTED CANDIDATES WITHOUT REQUIRED CLEARANCE WILL BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION TO RECEIVE IT.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex LAN/Wireless issues escalated from Tier 2 engineers.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Tier 2 LAN Engineers.
• Design, implement, and manage LAN/Wireless infrastructure projects.
• Perform network performance monitoring and optimization.
• Develop and maintain network documentation and diagrams.
• Network design, and configuration of OSPF, EIGRP, RIP and Static routing solutions.
• Plan/schedule any upgrades, including any that may occur on weekends or during other off-duty hours, and release necessary notifications to the field.
• Provide Network Automation support (upgrade software on switches, archive switch configurations, standardize switch configurations, and provide hardware/software reports upon request).
• Mitigate vulnerabilities affecting switches.
• Configure and support wireless systems.
• Architecture design, and systems implementation, of middle-of-row to core connectivity. IOS layer 2 and layer 3 configuration and support.
• Firewall and load balancing support.
• Top-of-rack to middle-of-row connectivity.
• Top-of-rack to server connectivity.
• Server to middle-of-row backup, and backup to backup core connectivity.
• Enclosure network hardware including blade switches and pass-thru modules. Assist with special projects that may require working with multiple vendors, field personnel, and area/district managers.
• Provide Root Cause Analysis of any outage during established and authorized hardware refresh window.
• Develop change and test management procedures consistent with the established processes.
• Develop, implement, and monitor the processes and procedures for "Test LAN" pilot implementation.
• Document recommendations suitable for presentation.
• Develop procedures for implementation of new hardware/software products and applications.
• Review site designs for pathways and support systems, including multi-floor pathways and penetrations for fiber optic cable and/or copper backbones.
• Use of Ekahau sidekick.
• Collaborate with other IT teams for integrated system solutions.

Qualifications

• A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the individual's degree is not in the applicable field, then 4 additional years of related experience is required.
• 8-12 years of Network/Systems Engineering experience.
• 5 years of LAN Engineering.
• Expertise in LAN protocols, technologies, and architecture design.
• Extensive experience with LAN design, implementation, and management, including deploying LAN solutions for large complex facilities.
• In depth understanding of LAN security standards and methodologies.
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex LAN issues.
• Ability to stay up to date with the latest networking technologies, standards, and industry developments in the LAN Engineering field.
• Proficiency in network monitoring tools (e.g., Wireshark, SolarWinds).
• Experience with site reviews for Cisco networks including circuit capacity, switch types, and IOS is a plus.
• Experience using direct measurements or design documents to advise the organization about infrastructure, reliability, and performance issues is a plus.
• Experience with wireless solutions such as Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Juniper Mist, and Fortinet is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for occasional short-term assignments if necessary.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen or Permanent Status Green Card holder.
• Candidate must have lived in the US for the past 5 years.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)