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Federal Network Support Engineer Tier 1
**Onsite in Reston / Herndon, VA***
**Tier 1 and Tier 1.5 Day, Swing, and Night shifts available**
*U.S Citizenship Required*
Federal Network Support Engineer to provide foundational technical infrastructure and software services support for the Azure Core Networking team within Government Cloud environments. This role will support 24x7 operations (shift work) for critical networking infrastructure including ExpressRoute, VPN, and core network services across secure federal facilities.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Support
- Monitor capacity alerts and maintain ExpressRoute Direct port capacity for Enterprise Route Direct customers
- Perform port provisioning and generate Network Design Templates (NDT) for buildout activities
- Create seed files and execute post-build service configuration deployments
- Validate configuration settings before bringing services to production
- Support decom efforts for retiring network infrastructure
- Triage and escalate Livesite incidents, customer-reported issues, and deployment incidents
Documentation & Knowledge Management
- Update knowledge base with troubleshooting guides and lessons learned from incident resolution
- Contribute to PNAAS automation initiatives
- Document standard operating procedures for Tier 1 activities
- Maintain accurate records of configuration changes and deployment activities
Collaboration
- Coordinate with Microsoft’s partners (ATT, BT, Verizon, Equinix, etc.) for partner capacity onboarding per business needs
- Escalate complex issues to Tier 1.5/2 support following established protocols
Minimum Qualifications
- HS Diploma or GED; Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field preferred or equivalent relevant experience.
- 2 years of experience in network operations or technical support
- U.S Citizenship due to federal contract requirements
Security Requirements
- Active Secret level clearance
- Able to obtain CJIS background check
Required Certifications (One or more)
- CompTIA Network
- CompTIA Security
- Azure AZ-900
Primary Job Specific Skills
- Basic understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching)
- Familiarity with Microsoft Azure networking services preferred
- Experience with ticketing systems and incident management processes
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a 24x7 operational environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to documentation standards
- Customer service orientation with ability to manage multiple priorities
Other Job Skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Operating Systems and products that include Microsoft Windows, Windows Servers, Microsoft Office365 and SharePoint, Microsoft Teams.
- Applies standard methodology, techniques, procedures and criteria.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic/routine system hardware, software or networking related problems.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and to translate technical terminology into terms understandable to non-technical employees.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Experience with cloud infrastructure, digital workspace, and storage technology a plus.