Senior Network Engineer

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR to Serve the AI Technology/Solutions Industry

MANIFEST Technology seeks a Network Administrator to support internal networking alongside the Senior Network Administrator. Responsibilities include configuring and maintaining network devices, managing cloud-based setups, optimizing intranet performance and security, and providing technical support and training. The role also involves participating in network architecture planning and staying updated on industry trends. Candidates should demonstrate initiative, propose improvements, and explore new technologies.

Position type: Contract to hire after 6 months; No C2C; US Citizen or Green Card holder only, please

Location: Remote initially, Onsite in State College, PA after 6 months

Pay Range: $75-85K; W-2; No C2C

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field (advanced degree preferred; equivalent education and experience considered).
• 5 years of experience as a network administrator or network engineer.
• 2 years of recent hands-on experience with F5, Palo and Azure technologies.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco network equipment setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting (particularly Nexus and ASR).
• Direct experience with network resource administration in a cloud environment (Azure experience strongly preferred).
• Advanced knowledge of Palo Alto, Meraki, and Infoblox.
• Proficiency in LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, UDP, QoS, BGP, OSPF, and MPLS.
• Familiarity with Visio (or equivalent) for documenting network topology.
• Preferred certifications: CCNP (network-oriented) and Azure (cloud-oriented).
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and analytical abilities, and strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborate on Network Design:

• Work closely with architects, engineers, and administrators to ensure a robust and efficient internal technology environment.
• Participate in network design, implementation, and troubleshooting efforts.

Enhance Internal Networking:

• Provide recommendations for network enhancements and strategic purchases tailored to internal networking needs.
• Evaluate existing network infrastructure and propose improvements for optimized performance and reliability.

Performance and Security Assessment:

• Conduct thorough testing and assessments of internal network performance and security.
• Identify and promptly address any weak areas or vulnerabilities.

Security Measures Implementation:

• Deploy and manage firewalls, intrusion detection systems, data encryption, and other security measures specific to our intranet.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards.

Stay Informed and Propose Improvements:

• Keep abreast of industry best practices and propose enhancements to our internal network infrastructure.
• Implement best practices related to network configuration, monitoring, and maintenance.

Automated Monitoring and Documentation:

• Develop and maintain procedures and automated processes for monitoring network performance and security.
• Create clear and comprehensive technical and administrative documentation specific to our intranet environment.

On-Call Support:

• Participate in on-call support to promptly resolve critical issues related to internal networking.
• Collaborate with the senior network admin during emergencies or high-priority incidents.

NEXT STEPS

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration!

Please send your resume to dslaymaker@MANIFESTtechnology.net and then text/call David Slaymaker at 507 250 4420.