Network Engineer

Job#: 3025252

Job Description:

Mid-Level Network Engineer

• Pay Rate: $55-60/hr
• Location: Columbia, MD
• Degree:
  • Bachelor's 5 years of experience / Associate 7 years
• Certifications:
  • IAT II 8570/8140 Baseline Certification Security or equivalent
  • CCNA or higher

Technical Qualification & Requirements:

• Associate's Degree with 7 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience
• Experience with research and implementation of enterprise system-wide network solutions/capabilities/enhancements to support customer business/mission goals and objectives
• Troubleshooting and resolve issues with network infrastructure and/or components
• Evaluate and monitor health and performance of the network including hardware and management software
• Assist with development and execution of test plans and supporting documentation of all network configuration upgrades, additions or revisions for customer approval before implementation

Pre-qualifying Questions from the team:

• Do you have experience working in a Panorama-managed network environment or similar GUI-based network management tools?
• Can you clearly explain fundamental networking concepts, such as the difference between TCP and UDP?
• Are you comfortable troubleshooting basic connectivity issues for VTCs, PCs, and phones?
• Do you have experience with cable fabrication or repair, including fiber and CAT5?
• Are you willing to perform general helpdesk tasks as part of a small team?
• Are you able and willing to perform hands-on physical tasks, including working in tight spaces (for example, under desks) during equipment replacement activities?

Responsibilities:

• Under general supervision will install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), Agency Internet Network (AIN), Intranet and Internet and other data communications systems or a segment of a network system; maintain network hardware and software; monitors network to ensure network availability to all system users and perfor necessary maintenance to support network availability; provides support to projects that involve networks; and provides support in the translation of business requirements into telecommunications (e.g., LAN, MAN, WAN, Voice and Video) requirements, designs and orders.
• Analyzes user's requirements, concept of operations documents, and high level system architectures to develop network requirements specifications
• Guides users in formulating requirements, advises alternative approaches, and conducts feasibility studies
• Analyzes network requirements and capacity and leads design and development activities
• Provides technical leadership for the integration of network requirements, design, and technology
• Incorporates new network plans, designs and systems into ongoing operations
• Develops network architecture and network design documentation
• Guides network development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of network engineering management plans and network integration and test plans
• Designs and performs integration of new technologies into local and wide area networks
• Provides advanced troubleshooting and problem resolution of complex network problems
• Manages the transition and migration of networks and development of network addressing schemes
• Interacts with the Government regarding Network Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues or conflicts
• Ultimate responsibility for the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Network Engineering area of responsibility
• Communicates with other program person

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Salary : $55 - $60