Network Engineer Level 3

WOOD Consulting Services

Laurel, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$175,000 Per Year
SKILLS
CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, Command Line, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Dental Insurance, Firewalls, Government, Health Insurance, IPsec (IP Security), Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Load Balancing, Local Area Network (LAN), NAT (Network Address Translation), Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Design, Network Integration, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Programming, Network Routers, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Support, Network Switching, Network Systems, People Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Routing Protocols, Security Infrastructure, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Telecommunications, Traffic Shaping, Vision Plan, Wide Area Network (WAN), Work From Home
LOCATION
Laurel, MD
POSTED
5 days ago

Overview

Network Engineer Level 3

woodcons.com

 

Location: Laurel Maryland, Maryland, USA

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Telework: None

Salary Range: **$100,000 to $175,000 per year

 

** Starting salary is based on minimum education and years of experience and increases based on education and/or experience.

 

This p​osition is part of the team responsible for Palo Alto Networks’ network and security infrastructure for all enterprise, and customer-facing services. You will work with a team of Senior-level Network Engineers leading projects crafting, implementing, and maintaining our global WAN/LAN network infrastructure. Dynamic, fast-changing and unpredictable defines our information technology team. You will also be provided with opportunities to work on Palo Alto equipment.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume detailing their qualifications and experience.

 

Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires all candidates to be U.S. Citizens.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct complex network problem analysis; resolve complex network and telecommunications problems.
  • Research, recommend, and evaluate network performance, optimization, and security solutions.
  • Optimize end-to-end network system performance and traffic flow management.
  • Minimize network latency and maximize data throughput through problem analysis and use of network performance analytic tools.
  • Assist system engineers and cross organizational teams to formulate solutions in response to mission requirements.
  • Design and verify network solutions to support requirements for routing protocols, policy based routing, traffic shaping, border gateway protocols, tunneling IP Security, network address translations, network security, firewall contexts, load-balancing, latency, data throughput, WAN acceleration, and monitoring.
  • Introduce and integrate new network and telecommunications technologies.
  • Provide guidance and leadership to Level 0-2 network engineers.
  • Verify and validate activities of Level 0-2 network engineers, ensure approved methods and procedures are followed.

Qualifications

Required Education & Years of Experience 

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
    • Five (5) additional years of experience in Network Engineering disciplines may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
  • Fifteen (15) years’ experience as a Network Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
  • Firewall experience (Palo alto)
  • Network (SYSCO Routers)
  • Architecture (knowledge and ability to read a drawing)
  • Command Line Interface knowledge
  • TACLANE and HAIPE knowledge is a plus

Required Certification (possess and maintain one of the following)

  • Cisco Certified Network Professional - (CCNP) Routing and Switching
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional - (CCNP) Security
  • Or equivalent approved by COR-T

About WOOD

Fringe Benefits:

  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and remote work options.
  • Wellness Programs: Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts.

Why Join Us?

  • Career Growth: Take advantage of professional development opportunities and career advancement. As a vital part of impactful projects, you will have the chance to drive innovation and shape the future of government systems engineering.

  • Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and flexible environment that values work-life balance. Join a team of top-tier professionals and engage in dynamic, cross-functional collaboration. Your strategic mindset and proactive approach will be highly valued and supported.

  • Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We recognize and reward your expertise and dedication to excellence.

WOOD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

About the Company

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WOOD Consulting Services

WOOD Consulting Services, Inc. is an award-winning technology and strategic solutions firm delivering cutting-edge mission outcomes and results. Serving the Federal Government since 1997, we are a Woman-Owned Small Business certified through the U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce.

Our Vision

 We strive to be a great place to work where our employees are inspired and feel involved and valued. Where our employees inspire an environment of optimism and happiness, create value for our customers, make a difference in their place of work and in their communities, and are insatiably curious, so they never stop learning.

Our Mission

WOOD’s mission is delivering excellence in technology and strategic solutions with a commitment to quality and integrity that consistently exceeds the expectations of our employees, customers, and partners in the Intelligence, Defense, and Civilian communities.

Core Values

Employees: We are successful because of our employees. Most fundamentally, employees are the core of our business. Without them, we would not have a business. We hire talented professionals and expect great accomplishments.

Integrity: Our employees keep their commitments to the customers and to fellow employees. We do what’s right. We match our actions to our words. We honor our commitments, treat everyone equitably, and communicate openly and honestly.

Customer Focus: Our employees understand that building a customer for life means developing a relationship beyond the sale of a service. It’s about keeping the customer at the forefront of all business decisions and doing everything possible to help the customer achieve their mission and goals.

Continuous Pursuit of Knowledge, Excellence, and Learning: WOOD fosters an environment where employees are encouraged and challenged to grow both personally and professionally. We believe that this continuous learning mind-set provides us with a competitive edge.

Quality: What we do, we do well!

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Engineering Services
FOUNDED
1997
WEBSITE
https://woodcons.com/