Network Engineer

Halvik•Washington, DC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Halvik Corp is seeking a candidate to operate, administer, and secure a Federal government organization's network infrastructure. This role involves supporting the planning, performing, testing, and documenting of network posture to ensure proper and secure connectivity and operations within the customer organization's cloud environments and external connections. The position requires a deep understanding of network architecture, protocols, and security, with a strong background in network design. This is an on-site role in Washington, DC, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
Minimum 8 years of experience
Hands-on experience in the Microsoft Azure Cloud platform environment
Deep understanding of networking protocols and network security principles
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with cloud networking and routing
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience applying network architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices
Must hold an active Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate or equivalent certification
Demonstrated success supporting Federal contracts
Experience with a wide variety of network technologies and solutions architectures
Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical content into terms suitable for executive and government stakeholders
Strong troubleshooting skills
Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage robust network architectures (LAN, WAN, and cloud networks).
Troubleshoot complex network issues, identify root causes, and optimize network infrastructure for performance, reliability, availability, and scalability.
Plan, implement, and manage network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, access control mechanisms, and other network security technologies.
Plan and execute network upgrades, expansions, migrations, and infrastructure changes while minimizing operational impact.
Monitor network performance, availability, capacity, and health, and conduct periodic network audits to identify deficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
Implement and maintain network security measures in alignment with organizational security policies, standards, and applicable security requirements.
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