Network Engineer R7091

$107,000 - $125,000/Yr

Chickasaw Nation Industries - Albany, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Albany, GA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Network Engineer is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and smooth operation of voice and data network systems. This role involves ensuring network security, optimizing performance, and troubleshooting issues within both physical and virtual network infrastructures. The position requires a thorough understanding of network protocols, technologies, and best practices, particularly in a cloud environment such as Microsoft Azure.

Responsibilities

• Creates, maintains, and administers computer networks and related computing environments for Azure cloud projects.
• Coordinates with stakeholders to identify network needs and develop network solutions.
• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and resolves network problems and issues.
• Performs disaster recovery operations and data backups when required.
• Performs routine maintenance, such as installing software updates and patches.
• Optimizes configurations to improve performance and efficiency.
• Protects data, software, and hardware by planning and implementing network security measures in compliance with all cybersecurity regulations.
• Conducts periodic audits to ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• Performs all network administration and maintenance of designated physical and virtual company networks required to meet company business requirements.
• Creates and maintains documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Programming, or related field from an accredited educational institution.
• Minimum of 4 years' relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols and technologies.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate networks, identify issues, and provide solutions to ensure networks are operating efficiently.
• Proficiency in network hardware and software configuration.
• Experience in Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure.
• Certification at the Information Assurance Technical (IAT) II level, including CCNA, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, CND, SSCP.

Nice-to-haves

• Preference given to DoD or Federal Government industry experience.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• STD/LTD/AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Training and Development Opportunities