Network Engineer II - Crystal City, VA

Epsilon - Arlington, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Arlington, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Network Engineer II position at Epsilon involves supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructure within data centers. This role requires hands-on involvement in network operations, troubleshooting, and optimization in a CISCO environment, collaborating with senior engineers and stakeholders to ensure secure and efficient network performance. The position also includes participation in ongoing projects such as data center build-outs and upgrades, while maintaining compliance with federal security standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and implementation of network infrastructure for data centers, ensuring secure and reliable operations.
• Support new data center build-outs, including equipment setup, configuration, and testing.
• Monitor network performance, identify issues, and execute troubleshooting procedures.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure network compliance with federal security requirements.
• Participate in maintaining network documentation, including configuration details and procedures.
• Work on routing, switching, and network optimization tasks within CISCO environments.
• Assist with the integration and deployment of network security measures, including firewalls and VPNs.
• Provide technical support to team members and escalate issues as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with team members to support project objectives and timelines.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on CISCO environments.
• Proficient in configuring and troubleshooting OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP routing protocols.
• Experience with VLAN configuration, spanning tree protocol (STP), and network segmentation.
• Skilled in using network monitoring and diagnostic tools such as Wireshark, SolarWinds, or Cisco Prime.
• Familiarity with implementing and managing security protocols, including IPSec VPNs, access control lists (ACLs), and 802.1X authentication.
• Experience with Cisco IOS and NX-OS operating systems, including firmware upgrades and patch management.
• Knowledge of implementing Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization and performance optimization.
• Experience with network automation tools and scripting languages such as Python or Ansible for task automation.
• Ability to support the integration of firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) into the network infrastructure.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in network management.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Benefits

• $3,000 annually in Professional Development funds
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits through one of the largest national carriers
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that increases with tenure and has a generous rollover
• 11 company paid Holidays
• 401(k) with immediate contribution