Network Engineer

Fiducial•Columbia, MD

15d•$90,000

About The Position

Position Overview Fiducial is looking for a Systems / Network Engineer to support the design, implementation and maintenance of internal network initiatives. The ideal candidate will have VMWare server-side system administration and network knowledge. Must have strong communication skills and a strong commitment to the highest quality of client network support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company looking for amazing talent. Responsibilities: Network Design and Management: Design, implement, and maintain robust and scalable network architectures. Manage the configuration, installation and support of Cisco / Palo Alto network equipment, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. Network Security: Implement and monitor network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and VPNs. Ensure compliance with security standards and develop strategies to mitigate risks. Systems Engineer: Maintain VMWare systems environment, implement updates, address issues and monitor resource allocations. Schedule optimum backup jobs, verify completed backups are stable and no errors daily. Maintain offsite backup DR infrastructure. Maintain, patch, update Windows and Linux VMS Experience with Horizon virtual environment is a plus. Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution: Identify and effectively resolve complex network issues. Conduct in-depth analyses to diagnose incidents and implement quick and sustainable solutions. Performance Management: Monitor network performance, analyze trends, and implement solutions to optimize efficiency. Plan and execute hardware and software upgrades to maintain optimal performance. Projects and Improvements: Lead projects for implementing new network technologies. Propose and implement continuous improvements to meet evolving company needs. Collaboration and Support: Collaborate as level 3 support with other departments to address network requirements. Provide high-level technical support. Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of network configurations, procedures, and implemented solutions.

Requirements

5 to 10 years of experience in the administration and management of complex networks.
Degree in computer science, computer engineering.
Expertise in designing and managing enterprise networks.
Maintenance and in-depth knowledge of network protocols, switching and routing technologies.
Palo Alto expertise
Cisco Firewall and switches
Mastery of network security technologies.
Experience in implementing Cisco Wireless LAN Controller solutions.
Experience managing VMWare infrastructure
Windows and Linux experience is required
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Strong analytical and adaptability skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team.

Nice To Haves

Network certification (e.g., CCNP, JNCIP) would be a plus.
Experience with Horizon virtual desktops a plus

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain robust and scalable network architectures.
Manage the configuration, installation and support of Cisco / Palo Alto network equipment, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
Implement and monitor network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and VPNs.
Ensure compliance with security standards and develop strategies to mitigate risks.
Maintain VMWare systems environment, implement updates, address issues and monitor resource allocations.
Schedule optimum backup jobs, verify completed backups are stable and no errors daily.
Maintain offsite backup DR infrastructure.
Maintain, patch, update Windows and Linux VMS
Identify and effectively resolve complex network issues.
Conduct in-depth analyses to diagnose incidents and implement quick and sustainable solutions.
Monitor network performance, analyze trends, and implement solutions to optimize efficiency.
Plan and execute hardware and software upgrades to maintain optimal performance.
Lead projects for implementing new network technologies.
Propose and implement continuous improvements to meet evolving company needs.
Collaborate as level 3 support with other departments to address network requirements.
Provide high-level technical support.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of network configurations, procedures, and implemented solutions.