Senior Network Engineer

Overview

On Site
$60 - $75 hourly
Contract - W2
Contract - Temp

Skills

Network Operations
Wireless Communication
FOCUS
Backbone.js
LAN
Network Security
Access Control
Disaster Recovery
Regulatory Compliance
SolarWinds
Management Reporting
Dashboard
Firewall
Security Operations
Cloud Architecture
Failover
Inventory
Network Design
Data Link Layer
Routing Protocols
Management
Routers
Switches
Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Unix
Red Hat Linux
Microsoft Windows
VMware
Network
Cisco
Cisco Certifications
Artificial Intelligence
Messaging

Job Details

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Network Engineer in Ocoee, FL. This position will not start before 7/1/2025.

Summary:
The Senior Network Engineer is a critical member of the Network Operations Team, responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and optimal performance of the departments network infrastructure. This position reports to the Security Risk Compliance Office Program Director of the Company. This position requires that the incumbent have advanced technical expertise in deploying, managing, and troubleshooting complex network environments, including routers, switches, wireless systems, and load balancers.

Responsibilities:
* Management of Layer 2 and 3 protocols including routers and switches; Focus on sustaining the necessary data throughput rate by monitoring network activity to mitigate performance problems
* Proactively monitor and troubleshoot connectivity for the Company's Network Infrastructure including campus, roadside, backbone, LAN, Walk-in Centers, partner networks and third-party connectivity
* Review Company's network architecture and design including failover capabilities and recommend changes to optimize performance and reliability
* Implement and oversee network security measures, including access controls, segmentation, and disaster recovery plans, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards
* Leverage SolarWinds to create dashboards to monitor the Network Infrastructure and proactively troubleshoot performance, connectivity including management reporting dashboards
* Monitor and deploy patches and updates to all network infrastructure routers, switches, firewalls, and other supporting equipment
* Participate and support Network and Security Operations team in designing Cloud architecture; This includes capacity, failover, stability, and security design
* Maintain accurate inventory controls supporting Company's network infrastructure

REQUIREMENTS:
* Four (4) year degree or equivalent experience
* Must have 5 to 7 years of hands-on experience with: Layer 2/3 routing protocols including troubleshooting complex issues; Deployment and management of routers and switches; Private, Public, and Hybrid Cloud Infrastructures such as AWS, Azure platforms
* Must have 5 to 7 years of experience with Unix (RedHat), Windows, VMWare, and other platforms

Certification:
* Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA - required)
* Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA - required)
* Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE - preferred)

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.

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