Network Engineer I

Job Title: Network Engineer I
Location: Arlington, VA
Type: Contract
Pay Rate: $45/Hour
Work Model: Hybrid
Hours: 40.0

Responsibilities

• Assist Network Engineers and Senior Network Engineers with network infrastructure deployment and refresh activities.
• Assist with the staging, installation, replacement, and testing of network equipment.
• Install and replace wireless access points, UPS systems, and associated network components.
• Perform pre-installation checks and post-installation connectivity testing.
• Assist engineers with network changes and equipment migrations.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and escalate complex issues to Network Engineers or Senior Network Engineers.
• Assist with equipment inventory, staging, labeling, and deployment preparation.
• Support the replacement of network UPS systems at network locations.
• Conduct or assist with site surveys to validate rack space, mounting requirements, electrical connections, equipment access, and installation readiness.
• Assist with staging, transportation, installation, cabling, configuration, labeling, testing, and documentation of replacement UPS equipment.
• Verify network equipment operation following UPS replacement.
• Coordinate activities with Network Engineers, staff, facilities personnel, electricians, and other project resources as directed.
• Document installed equipment and update project records following completion.
• Assist Network Engineers and Senior Network Engineers with wireless access point replacement activities at facilities.
• Assist with site preparation and validation prior to equipment replacement.
• Install and replace wireless access points.
• Verify cabling, switch connectivity, and equipment status.
• Assist with access point provisioning and deployment under the direction of Network Engineers.
• Perform basic connectivity testing following installation.
• Troubleshoot basic physical connectivity and deployment issues and escalate complex problems as needed.
• Label and document newly installed equipment.
• Update equipment inventory and project documentation following installation.
• Maintain accurate installation and implementation records.
• Update equipment inventories, asset information, network documentation, and project records as assigned.
• Update NetBox and other DTS technical documentation repositories.
• Record equipment serial numbers, asset tags, locations, connections, and installation status.
• Maintain project checklists and provide status updates to Network Engineers and project leads.
• Identify site conditions, dependencies, or technical issues that could affect project implementation.
• Follow DTS network standards, naming conventions, documentation practices, and change-management processes.

Requirements

• Experience supporting or working with enterprise network infrastructure.
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP, Ethernet, VLANs, switching, DHCP, DNS, and network connectivity.
• Experience installing, replacing, or troubleshooting network or IT equipment.
• Familiarity with enterprise wireless networks.
• Ability to perform basic Layer 1 and Layer 2 network troubleshooting.
• Ability to use common network troubleshooting tools and techniques.
• Ability to read and follow network diagrams, equipment installation instructions, cable information, implementation plans, and technical documentation.
• Ability to accurately document installed equipment and completed work.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage assigned tasks across multiple projects.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with Network Engineers, project managers, vendors, contractors, facilities personnel, and other technical staff.
• Ability to perform hands-on work at network and telecommunications locations throughout facilities.
• Cisco switching and routing platforms.
• Aruba wireless infrastructure.
• Arista wireless infrastructure.
• Enterprise UPS infrastructure, particularly Vertiv systems.
• NetBox or a similar DCIM/IPAM platform.
• Network monitoring and management tools.
• Copper and fiber-optic network cabling.
• Enterprise network equipment staging and deployment.
• Infrastructure refresh or lifecycle replacement projects.
• Verifying physical network connectivity and link status.
• Troubleshooting basic copper and fiber connectivity.
• Identifying basic VLAN or switch-port connectivity issues.
• Validating IP addressing and network connectivity.
• Performing basic wireless connectivity troubleshooting.
• Collecting logs and diagnostic information for escalation to Network Engineers.
• Installing equipment in racks and telecommunications spaces.
• Tracing and labeling network connections.
• Maintaining accurate network and equipment documentation.
• The ideal candidate is an entry-level or early-career network professional with a solid technical foundation who is interested in developing hands-on enterprise networking experience.
• The individual should be comfortable working under the direction of Network Engineers and Senior Network Engineers while independently completing assigned installation, testing, documentation, and basic troubleshooting tasks.
• Success in this role will require attention to detail, strong documentation habits, good communication skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to reliably execute assigned project work across multiple facilities.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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