Sr. Network Engineer Herndon VA
Sr. Network Engineer
• Support the network environment to include management of network and security system resources; risk management, security compliance, vulnerability scanning, patching, upgrades, multivendor firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers, vpn's; network design and architecture problem analysis; network troubleshooting and network maintenance, measured against SLAs.
• Drives efficiencies and projects cross functionally. Will manage multiple highly complex projects.
• Provides root-cause analysis, contributes to the knowledge base, and provides recommendations for continuous improvements to workflow, process, resiliency, cost structure, and technology.
• Participate in the maintenance of network configuration documentation, documentation on maintenance, as well as standard operating procedures (SOPs) that pertain to network engineering.
• Participate in customer, contract and vendor meetings as required.
• Support of network environments includes management of network and security system resources; risk management, security compliance, vulnerability scanning, patching, upgrades, multivendor firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers; network design and architecture problem analysis; network troubleshooting and network maintenance, measured against internal and external customer SLAs.
• Provide daily support and accept accountability for the performance and reliability of various cross-platform applications and services, and ensure that system failures are restored in a timely manner, measured against SLAs.
• Be able to work independently and come up to speed quickly on new technologies.
• Executing special projects or other related duties as required; Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related technology discipline required.
8+ years of network design and architecture experience.
• 15+ years' experience working as an Network professional with at least 10+ years of hands-on Cisco and Juniper multilayer switch and router configuration and troubleshooting experience in IOS and JUNOS in a 24x7 critical infrastructure systems environment requiring 99.99% or higher availability with multiple international sites.
• Cisco CCNP or CCIE certification or higher preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience supporting firewalls (Cisco PIX/ASA Checkpoint), IPSEC and SSL VPN. Deep knowledge of firewall configuration across a multi-vendor environment.
• Ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment; flexibility to work extended hours and weekends if needed.
• Expertise must include knowledge of and hands on experience with TCP/IP, OSI model, routing protocols (BGP), VCS, VTP, STP, LACP, PAgP, RSPAN, NAT, ACL, VRRP, HSRP, Cisco ACS, HSRP, OSPF, RIP, IPSEC, GRE, VLAN Trunking.
• Extensive knowledge in L4-7 Load balancing technologies across a multi-vendor environment: SSL Termination, Source-NAT, Sticky, Hashing, GSLB, DSR, Remote vs. Real server.
• Provide support for the VPN remote access solutions.
• Provide support for Web Proxy, inline IPS and Sniffer systems.
• Provide support for network services including DNS, DHCP, SNMP, HTTP, and HTTPS.
• PCI/SOX compliance experience as it relates to network best practices and security as well as managing and complying to PCI network controls
• Hands on experience with Linux/Unix systems running network management tools such as Snort, Syslog, MRTG, NMIS, RANCID, SNMP is preferred.
• Preferred expertise that encompasses network management and support, integration services, and security audit and design.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment.
• Candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and able to communicate both verbally and written in a professional manner.
• Ability to create and maintain positive and professional business relationships with both internal associates and external customers.
• Support, patching and remediation in response to security flaws.
• Knowledge of Data Center Operations and associated physical wiring and cabling infrastructure and standards.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be proactive, able to work with little to no supervision, detailed orientated and possess a strong work ethic.
• Providing on-call support for a 24X7 production environment (on-call compensation is provided);
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Able to learn and master new technology quickly and improve personal performance through continual self-study;
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously;
• Strong interpersonal and team relationship skills and able to work well individually or as part of a team;
• Must have excellent problem solving, analytical, and time management skills;
• Ability to work effectively with internal development and business units;
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment.
• Extensive hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting experience.
• Strong desire to learn and grow technically and professionally. Email resume in Word to TheBigGameHunter@cisny.com. Please include the job code for the position with your resume. PAID RELOCATION AVAILABLE. VISA TRANSFERS AVAILABLE. NO OVERSEAS RESUMES. NO 3RD PARTIES. To receive a complimentary subscription to my job search ezine, No B.S. Job Search Advice, go to www.JeffAltman.com to subscribe. Receive tweets from Twitter with job search tips and job listings – TheBigGameHuntr
Job ID: Job-1563
Job Title: Sr. Network Engineer
location: Herndon VA
Jobtype: Permanent
Rate: $90K - $130K + bonus
Description: 15+ years of experience
• Support the network environment to include management of network and security system resources; risk management, security compliance, vulnerability scanning, patching, upgrades, multivendor firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers, vpn's; network design and architecture problem analysis; network troubleshooting and network maintenance, measured against SLAs.
• Drives efficiencies and projects cross functionally. Will manage multiple highly complex projects.
• Provides root-cause analysis, contributes to the knowledge base, and provides recommendations for continuous improvements to workflow, process, resiliency, cost structure, and technology.
• Participate in the maintenance of network configuration documentation, documentation on maintenance, as well as standard operating procedures (SOPs) that pertain to network engineering.
• Participate in customer, contract and vendor meetings as required.
• Support of network environments includes management of network and security system resources; risk management, security compliance, vulnerability scanning, patching, upgrades, multivendor firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers; network design and architecture problem analysis; network troubleshooting and network maintenance, measured against internal and external customer SLAs.
• Provide daily support and accept accountability for the performance and reliability of various cross-platform applications and services, and ensure that system failures are restored in a timely manner, measured against SLAs.
• Be able to work independently and come up to speed quickly on new technologies.
• Executing special projects or other related duties as required; Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related technology discipline required.
8+ years of network design and architecture experience.
• 15+ years' experience working as an Network professional with at least 10+ years of hands-on Cisco and Juniper multilayer switch and router configuration and troubleshooting experience in IOS and JUNOS in a 24x7 critical infrastructure systems environment requiring 99.99% or higher availability with multiple international sites.
• Cisco CCNP or CCIE certification or higher preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience supporting firewalls (Cisco PIX/ASA Checkpoint), IPSEC and SSL VPN. Deep knowledge of firewall configuration across a multi-vendor environment.
• Ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment; flexibility to work extended hours and weekends if needed.
• Expertise must include knowledge of and hands on experience with TCP/IP, OSI model, routing protocols (BGP), VCS, VTP, STP, LACP, PAgP, RSPAN, NAT, ACL, VRRP, HSRP, Cisco ACS, HSRP, OSPF, RIP, IPSEC, GRE, VLAN Trunking.
• Extensive knowledge in L4-7 Load balancing technologies across a multi-vendor environment: SSL Termination, Source-NAT, Sticky, Hashing, GSLB, DSR, Remote vs. Real server.
• Provide support for the VPN remote access solutions.
• Provide support for Web Proxy, inline IPS and Sniffer systems.
• Provide support for network services including DNS, DHCP, SNMP, HTTP, and HTTPS.
• PCI/SOX compliance experience as it relates to network best practices and security as well as managing and complying to PCI network controls
• Hands on experience with Linux/Unix systems running network management tools such as Snort, Syslog, MRTG, NMIS, RANCID, SNMP is preferred.
• Preferred expertise that encompasses network management and support, integration services, and security audit and design.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment.
• Candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and able to communicate both verbally and written in a professional manner.
• Ability to create and maintain positive and professional business relationships with both internal associates and external customers.
• Support, patching and remediation in response to security flaws.
• Knowledge of Data Center Operations and associated physical wiring and cabling infrastructure and standards.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be proactive, able to work with little to no supervision, detailed orientated and possess a strong work ethic.
• Providing on-call support for a 24X7 production environment (on-call compensation is provided);
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Able to learn and master new technology quickly and improve personal performance through continual self-study;
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously;
• Strong interpersonal and team relationship skills and able to work well individually or as part of a team;
• Must have excellent problem solving, analytical, and time management skills;
• Ability to work effectively with internal development and business units;
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment.
• Extensive hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting experience.
• Strong desire to learn and grow technically and professionally. Email resume in Word to TheBigGameHunter@cisny.com. Please include the job code for the position with your resume. PAID RELOCATION AVAILABLE. VISA TRANSFERS AVAILABLE. NO OVERSEAS RESUMES. NO 3RD PARTIES. To receive a complimentary subscription to my job search ezine, No B.S. Job Search Advice, go to www.JeffAltman.com to subscribe. Receive tweets from Twitter with job search tips and job listings – TheBigGameHuntr
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