What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Network Engineer position at NewGen Technologies?
Our Partner is searching for Network Engineers to join their dynamic team. As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for providing senior-level support for their 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 form you!
Candidates must be willing to travel frequently, to work onsite, be willing to work outside of core hours on high priority investigations, which may also include on-call responsibilities.
Responsibilities
About Us
For more than 20 years, NewGen Technologies has solved our clients’ toughest IT challenges with integrity, security, and outstanding service by delivering both technology and talent. We have helped secure borders, have used artificial intelligence (AI) to fight terror, aided the identification of criminals, and have helped to prevent crime through the introduction of biometrics. Our team of Highly Cleared Specialists have hard-to-find skills and expertise in a wide spectrum of technologies to provide solutions that transform business processes and solve problems of national significance. #CJ
Candidates must be willing to travel frequently, to work onsite, be willing to work outside of core hours on high priority investigations, which may also include on-call responsibilities.
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
- TS/SCI Clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- DoD 8570 IAT II is required
- 7-10 years of networking engineering 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
- Indepth 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
- Must be willing to travel frequently
- CCNP Certification preferred
About Us
For more than 20 years, NewGen Technologies has solved our clients’ toughest IT challenges with integrity, security, and outstanding service by delivering both technology and talent. We have helped secure borders, have used artificial intelligence (AI) to fight terror, aided the identification of criminals, and have helped to prevent crime through the introduction of biometrics. Our team of Highly Cleared Specialists have hard-to-find skills and expertise in a wide spectrum of technologies to provide solutions that transform business processes and solve problems of national significance. #CJ