Network Engineering, Advisor

Peraton•Washington, DC

3d•$86,000 - $138,000•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is looking for a Network Engineer to work on site in Washington DC for our Department of Labor contract. Supports and maintains enterprise-wide area and local area network infrastructures and technology for running an enterprise network. Works with strategic network alliances, especially with technology partners, to enhance the business unit's competitive positioning. Ensure technical standards and processes are followed to ensure reliable, well-performing data, voice, and video capabilities. Ensure all technology deployments are properly implemented, documented and supported. Works in a consultative fashion with other departments to ensure all networking needs are met. Monitors network performance to ensure service levels are achieved or exceeded consistently. Remain current with emerging industry trends, identify new functionality to meet business needs, and foster knowledge sharing. Work with minimal supervision and be responsible for independently. Apply sound judgment, escalating issues and decisions to the appropriate executive when necessary. Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD; 12 years with a HS Diploma
Working knowledge of Cisco Networking hardware products, particularly the 9000 series of LAN switches and wireless products.
Strong understanding of monitoring systems and protocols such as SNMP, SYSLOG, NETCONF, and TFTP.
Knowledge of SolarWinds, ServiceNow, DNA Center, ISE, Wireless 802.11, Wifi6
Looking for someone who understands Routing and Switching protocols on a Cisco infrastructure.
Basic understanding of LAN layout and device connectivity, fiber backbone connectivity, port-channeling, trunking, and VLANs.
Basic understanding of telemetry, device tracking, Netflow.
Basic connectivity troubleshooting knowledge, Routing, EIGRP, BGP, ARP, MAC-Tables, Trace Routes, Wireshark captures
Basic understanding of UPS and power distribution systems
Basic understanding of LAN switch stack technology
Ability to troubleshoot user connectivity problems
Must be a US Citizen able to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Responsibilities

Supports and maintains enterprise-wide area and local area network infrastructures and technology for running an enterprise network.
Works with strategic network alliances, especially with technology partners, to enhance the business unit's competitive positioning.
Ensure technical standards and processes are followed to ensure reliable, well-performing data, voice, and video capabilities.
Ensure all technology deployments are properly implemented, documented and supported.
Works in a consultative fashion with other departments to ensure all networking needs are met.
Monitors network performance to ensure service levels are achieved or exceeded consistently.
Remain current with emerging industry trends, identify new functionality to meet business needs, and foster knowledge sharing.
Work with minimal supervision and be responsible for independently.
Apply sound judgment, escalating issues and decisions to the appropriate executive when necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned by management.