Network Engineer

Vector Consulting - Richmond, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Richmond, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Network Engineer position is a contract role focused on providing comprehensive network services for a government client. The role involves troubleshooting, monitoring, engineering, and cabling for both data and voice communications. The selected candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing network performance, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with telecommunications standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot network issues and failures.
• Monitor network performance and optimize system performance.
• Design and implement network solutions.
• Manage vendor relationships and support agreements.
• Evaluate network capacity and performance.
• Document communications technologies and trends.
• Install, test, and inspect deployed data communications systems.
• Coordinate with multiple vendors for problem resolution.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in data and telecommunications, including installing, testing, and inspecting communications systems.
• 5 years of experience in installation, maintenance, and support of critical, multi-site networks.
• 5 years of knowledge of wireline and wireless technologies, including fiber optics, T1, DS-3, MPLS, cellular technologies, VoIP, and IP networking concepts.
• 2 years of working knowledge of networking tools such as Fluke Versiv, netAlly AirCheck G3, and Wireshark.
• 2 years of intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Visio.
• 1 year of experience testing copper and fiber.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Cradle Point / NetCloud and cabling standards.