Network Engineer

$175,000 - $200,000/Yr

Abbtech Professional Services - McLean, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

McLean, VA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Network Engineer position is responsible for managing and optimizing network infrastructure in a fast-paced, non-enterprise environment. The role requires hands-on experience with Cisco networking equipment and a strong understanding of network technologies to ensure efficient communication and connectivity within mission enclaves and enterprise networks.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize network infrastructure in customer environments.
• Perform hands-on tasks with Cisco firewalls and switches.
• Troubleshoot network issues and implement solutions.
• Create and present technical presentations for Engineering Review Boards.
• Utilize MS Visio to produce network diagrams.
• Manage projects through their full lifecycle to meet deadlines.
• Perform layer 1 tasks such as pulling cable and racking/stacking.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of hands-on network engineering experience in customer environments.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco firewalls (ASA/Firepower 5510, 5515X, FP4100's).
• Hands-on experience with Cisco Catalyst switches; Nexus switch experience is a plus.
• CCNP-level knowledge of Cisco networking (certification not required).
• Familiarity with cabling types and standards (Single Mode vs. Multi Mode, Cat5/6/7).
• Good understanding of network link virtualization technologies (Ether-channel/Port-channel, Nexus virtual port-channels).
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Strong project management experience.
• Ability to use MS Visio for network diagrams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, non-enterprise environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Understanding of how mission enclaves communicate with Enterprise networks.
• Familiarity with the Enterprise ticketing system.
• Experience with Cisco Firewall Management Center.
• Experience with Cisco Nexus Ethernet switching platforms (Nexus 5500, 5600, 7700, 9500).
• Experience with Cisco MDS Fibre Channel switching platforms (MDS 9000).
• Familiarity with Storage Area Networking (SAN) and Fibre Channel protocols.
• Familiarity with Linux operating system.
• Familiarity with SolarWinds network management tool.
• Familiarity with virtual appliances (switches, firewalls).
• Familiarity with JIRA.
• Experience working in a 'mission-like' environment.
• AWS/Cloud familiarity.