Network Engineer

Suitland, Maryland

Date Posted:

Business Unit: Census

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Clearance Level: N/A

Salary Range:

Work Schedule: Location of department. Monday - Friday (Hybrid)

General Description

As a Network Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our network infrastructure. You will work alongside experienced network engineers, gaining hands-on experience in networking technologies and helping to ensure the reliability and performance of our network systems.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Network Configuration and Maintenance: Assist in configuring and maintaining network equipment, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. Ensure network reliability and security
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve network issues, such as connectivity problems, latency, and security vulnerabilities. Collaborate with senior engineers to troubleshoot and provide solutions
• Network Monitoring: Use network monitoring tools to proactively identify network problems and performance bottlenecks. Take appropriate actions to maintain network uptime
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date network documentation, including network diagrams, equipment configurations, and network policies
• Security: Assist in implementing network security measures to protect against threats, including intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS) and firewalls
• Support: Provide technical support to end-users and other IT teams when network-related issues arise. Communicate effectively and provide timely solutions
• Upgrades and Expansion: Participate in network upgrades and expansion projects, including hardware and software updates, capacity planning, and scalability
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that network requirements are met for various projects and applications
  
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred
• Knowledge of networking concepts, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, VLANs, and subnetting
• Familiarity with network equipment from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, or Palo Alto is a plus
• Basic understanding of network security principles
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Certifications like CompTIA Network or Cisco CCNA are a plus but not mandatory for entry-level candidates
  
  
  

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development