Network Engineer
Alexandria, VA 
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Job Description

22244BR

Network Engineer

Wilton Woods Center

Description

Serves as a member of a network engineering team responsible for performing the specialized engineering activities required to analyze, plan, design, implement, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and maintain local area network (LAN), wireless (WLAN), VOIP, and UPS backup systems.

Qualifications

Required

  • Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in computer science, telecommunications or a related field.
  • Five (5) years of progressive network and data communications experience, three (3) years of which shall have been as a network engineer.
  • Knowledge of LAN, WLAN, and VOIP technologies, protocols, and architectures.
  • Knowledge of design, configuration, and maintenance of network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and UPS systems.
  • Knowledge of network security principles and best practices, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption methods.
  • Knowledge of network monitoring tools to proactively identify and address performance bottlenecks or security vulnerabilities.
  • Knowledge of data center operations, including server rack configurations and power management.
  • Skill in designing complex LAN, WLAN, and VOIP solutions to meet organizational needs.
  • Skill in configuring and implementing network hardware and software components.
  • Ability to apply effective troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve network issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Ability to create and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
  • Ability to use network monitoring and diagnostic tools effectively.
  • Ability to engage effective problem-solving skills to troubleshoot network issues and develop solutions.
  • Ability to analyze complex network issues and develop strategic solutions.
  • Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and changing network requirements.
  • Ability to work as part of a team to ensure a program meets its goals.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Preferred
  • Certifications such as Cisco certified network professional, certified wireless design professional, or certified information systems security professional.

Salary Range

$84,634 - $144,018

Salary Grade

Unified Scale-Schedule B/Grade 007

Office

IT Operations

Contract Length

260-Day Contract

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Percent Full-Time

Full Time

Job Type

Information Technology

Open
Until
Filled

Yes

Re-Adv.
Position

No

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5 years
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