Network Engineer

We are looking for Network Engineer for our client in Ashburn, VA.

Job Title: Network Engineer

Job Location: Ashburn, VA

Job Type: Contract

Job Overview:

• We are looking for a Network Engineer to join the Edge and Network Services team.
• This team is responsible for deploying and supporting one of the world s largest and complex networks.
• As a member of this team, you will have a unique opportunity to be involved in all aspects of networking.

Requirement/Must Have:

• Experience in data center deployment, building large-scale infrastructure, and providing support for Linux based servers and network devices is a plus.
• Knowledge of optical equipment, DWDM, etc.
• Must have an understanding of datacenter network architecture and common issues related to datacenter networks.
• Knowledgeable in data center practices (i.e. cable routing, calculating power usage and cooling).
• Certification such as CCNA, JNCIA, RHCT or equivalent experience preferred.
• Ability to capture and analyze traffic.
• Solid understanding of queue management for tasks and incidents, vendor engagement and escalation, and participation in ongoing POPs deployment projects.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex situations and utilize troubleshooting skills, systems and tools, and creative problem-solving abilities under pressure.
• Understanding of fiber-optic technology including cable types, connector types, optic types, patch panels, and optical transport technologies.
• Proficiency in Linux operating system.
• Experience with IPv6 and familiarity with scripting languages is strongly desired.
• Excellent communication skills, should be able to work with carriers remotely.
• Experience in dealing with service providers and colocation facilities around the world.
• Ability to work within a global team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with limited supervision.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent time management and organization skills.
• Ability to lift/move 30-40 lbs.
• 10% to 30% of travel required.

Responsibilities:

• Deploy, configure, and support a large-scale production and corporate network and server infrastructure in data centers and Point of Presence (POP) sites across many regions.
• Calculate and document equipment power requirements and work with engineering, facilities operations, and/or collocation vendors to meet these requirements.
• Manage project timelines to support network turn-up within expected completion intervals.
• Responsible for asset management of networking gear in datacenter and POP sites.
• Proactively contribute to documentation, automation, and processes as they evolve.
• Create network and server rack face elevations, floor plans, wiring diagrams, and detailed port maps for new deployments and documentation.
• Create statements of work for vendors at the POP sites.
• Create cage and rack designs and understand the overall needs of POP infrastructure.
• Document and follow RMA processes and procedures for all relevant vendors.
• Follow, improve, and implement data center and POP best practices.
• Provide necessary escalations to higher support tier; assist sales and customer support with technical operations, and work with internal departments to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Work closely with network engineering, logistics, and equipment vendors as new equipment and technologies are integrated into the production network.
• Use internal tools and scripts to configure, monitor, and repair servers and network equipment.
• Detect and diagnose various error/failure conditions across an array of server types.

Qualification And Education:

• Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.
• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical discipline.