Network Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Orlando, FL that is seeking a Network Engineer responsible for participating in the implementation and maintenance of IT infrastructure systems with an emphasis on secure connectivity and physical security integration. This role ensures operational excellence across networking, cloud services, and controlled access technologies.

Responsibilities:
* Daily management of SolarWinds or other monitoring software and response to alerts
* Receive new networking equipment, configure from pre-defined templates, and ship to remote sites
* Responsible for diagnostics and resolution of network problems to minimize downtime of business applications and services
* Receive escalated calls from users and technicians to resolve minor, major, and escalate issues to senior engineers and vendors for network software and hardware problems
* Ensure the network and communications infrastructure is maintained within the agreed policy, and network device configurations are backed up routinely to minimize downtime risk for the business
* Configure, install and maintain various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, VPN, load balancers, firewalls, Cisco Call Manager)
* Install and maintain all network infrastructure utilizing government and industry security best practices
* Deploy and maintain enterprise network systems including SD-WAN, firewalls, wireless, and access switches
* Ensure high availability and performance across datacenter and cloud environments (Azure-first architecture)
* Implement and manage controlled access systems, including badge-based entry and role-based permissions
* Oversee CCTV deployment and monitoring solutions, ensuring compliance with security standards and integration with IT systems
* Maintain audit trails for access events and video surveillance for compliance and incident response
* Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal standards for data and facility security

REQUIREMENTS:
* College level education (AA/AS/BA/BS+) or equivalent experience
* Cisco and other industry certifications preferred
* Minimum of 1 year of progressive experience installing, configuring, and supporting all of the following: Cisco switches and routers, Cisco VoIP, remote user networking, VPN, TCP/IP troubleshooting, Cisco ASA firewalls, VLAN, MPLS, advanced routing, QoS, wireless LAN

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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