• Fairfax, VA
  • $65 Per Hour
  • Quick Apply
4 days ago

Job Description

About the Role: Join our team as a Network Design & Engineering Specialist! In this role, you'll work closely with our Manager to design, implement, and secure large-scale network projects in an industrial setting.
What You'll Do:
  • Network Design & Documentation:
    • Review current and proposed network service and security architectures.
    • Create clear documentation (e.g., diagrams, design documents) for both existing and new network architectures.
  • Security & Compliance:
    • Identify and help fix vulnerabilities or security gaps in our environment.
    • Carry out security scans and audits when required.
    • Adjust system settings to ensure we follow industry best practices.
  • Team Support & More:
    • Collaborate with network analysts and other teams.
    • Manage multiple projects and handle additional tasks as needed.
What We're Looking For
  • Experience & Certifications:
    • At least 6 10 years of hands-on networking experience, especially with enterprise or industrial projects.
    • A strong background in LAN, WAN, and WLAN design.
    • CCNA certification is a must, and CCNP is preferred.
  • Technical Know-How:
    • Expertise in routing and switching (especially Cisco-based solutions).
    • In-depth understanding of TCP/IP, VLAN, RSTP, QoS, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VPNs, Metro Ethernet, and more.
    • Practical experience with routers, switches, firewalls, copper and fiber cabling.
  • Project & Problem-Solving Skills:
    • Ability to juggle multiple projects while ensuring top-notch technical and architectural outcomes.
    • Proven troubleshooting skills and experience with network monitoring tools.
  • Communication & Leadership:
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Experience leading teams or analysts in a dynamic environment.
    • A valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Numbers & Facts

LocationFairfax, VA
Salary$65 Per Hour

Skills

  • Architectural Servicesunmatched
  • BGPunmatched
  • Best Practicesunmatched
  • CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associateunmatched
  • CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professionalunmatched
  • Cisco Switchesunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Computer Securityunmatched
  • Design Documentunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • EIGRP (Enhanced IGRP)unmatched
  • Ethernetunmatched
  • Firewallsunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Local Area Network (LAN)unmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Network Architecture/Engineeringunmatched
  • Network Designunmatched
  • Network Monitoringunmatched
  • Network Performance/Analysisunmatched
  • Network Routersunmatched
  • Network Routingunmatched
  • Network Switchingunmatched
  • Open Shortest Path First Protocol (OSPF)unmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • QoS (Quality of Service)unmatched
  • Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP)unmatched
  • Security Auditingunmatched
  • TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)unmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
  • VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network)unmatched
  • VPN (Virtual Private Network)unmatched
  • Wide Area Network (WAN)unmatched
  • Wireless LANunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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