CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, PCCSE certified Network Engineer

Triwave Solutions - Annapolis, MD

Full-time

Annapolis, MD

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About the position

The Network Engineer position for the State of Maryland involves designing, developing, analyzing, troubleshooting, and documenting computer networks and infrastructure. The role requires a strong focus on performance monitoring and ensuring security compliance while leading major network projects and providing upper-tier diagnosis and resolution of network issues. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in IT networking and hold relevant certifications, contributing to the overall efficiency and standardization of network processes.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, analyzing, troubleshooting, and documenting computer networks and infrastructure.
• Performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and documentation of a statewide network.
• Developing and analyzing network designs and protocols including prototyping and assessment.
• Planning, engineering, forecasting, and implementation of network systems.
• Leading and assisting in major network projects for capacity growth and upgrades.
• Evaluating current network systems and recommending changes in maintenance and standards.
• Applying knowledge of standards and industry trends for various networking environments.
• Driving improvements in network process, efficiency, and standardization.
• Ensuring security compliance and adherence to change control processes.
• Providing diagnosis, isolation, and resolution of network problems, including root cause identification.
• Developing comprehensive documentation and managing the implementation process.
• Hosting weekly status meetings and overseeing team activities to resolve hardware and software problems.
• Assisting in the creation of robust network designs and providing ongoing support.
• Overseeing configuration, maintenance, and documentation of network devices.
• Reporting project progress, time reporting, and additional reports as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree in an Information Technology (IT) related field.
• Active Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification in Enterprise or Security.

Nice-to-haves

• Ten (10) years of CONUS technical experience in IT networking.
• Bachelor's degree in an Information Technology (IT) related field.
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certification in Enterprise Infrastructure or Security.
• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) certification.
• Prisma Certified Cloud Security Engineer (PCCSE) certification from Palo Alto Networks.