What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cleared Network Engineer position at Military Talent Pipeline LLC?
As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for providing senior level support for our network infrastructure, with a focus on LAN/WAN designs, configurations, management, and Azure networking. You will handle tier 3 engineering escalations and troubleshooting, monitor network health, provide training, and create comprehensive documentation. If you have a deep understanding of network technologies, including Azure networking, and possess excellent problem solving skills, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Design, configure, and manage LAN/WAN infrastructure, including Azure networking components, to ensure optimal network performance and reliability.
- Resolve complex network issues escalated from lower tiers with a focus on timely resolution and minimal impact to operations.
- Monitor network performance, proactively identify potential issues, and implement corrective measures to maintain network health and availability.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to develop and implement network security policies, procedures, and best practices, specifically in an Azure networking environment.
- Conduct regular network performance analysis and capacity planning to anticipate future requirements and make recommendations for network enhancements, with a particular emphasis on Azure networking.
- Provide training to junior network engineers and support staff on network technologies, best practices, and troubleshooting techniques, including Azure networking concepts.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation related to network designs, configurations, processes, and procedures, focusing on Azure and networking components.
Qualifications
- 7 years of networking engineering experience.
- BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience working as a Network Support Specialist or in a similar role, with a deep understanding of LAN/WAN designs, configurations, management, and Azure networking.
- In-depth knowledge of network protocols, including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, SNMP, VPN, and routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF).
- Experience with network security technologies, such as firewalls (Palo Alto), IDS/IPS, and access control systems, within an Azure networking environment.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve complex network issues effectively.
- Proficiency in network monitoring and management tools (e.g., Wireshark, SolarWinds, Nagios), with experience in monitoring Azure networking components.
- Familiarity with network hardware and software, including routers, switches, load balancers, and network operating systems (e.g., Cisco, Juniper), as well as Azure networking components like virtual networks, subnets, VPN gateways, and Azure ExpressRoute.
- Active TS/SCI
- DoD 8570 IAT II is required