Network Architect

We need following candidate:

Title: Network Architect

Duration: 12+ Months

Remote Work

*** Public Trust Clearance Required ***

Client is looking for a Network Engineer to support the design, implementation, monitoring, management, change management, software upgrades, problem/incident resolution, and root cause analysis of network circuits and devices as part of a large technology refresh initiative. The Network Engineer shall focus on implementation and coordination of wired and wireless network equipment across hundreds of sites across the globe, remotely coordinating the work.

• RESPONSIBILITIES

This position shall perform the following (to include but not limited to) activities:

• Oversee and implement switch provisioning (configuration) and implementation across multiple sites, including coordinating cutover logistics and change management.
• Establish network monitoring for newly installed and replaced equipment.
• Support and operate Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN) sites
• Support and maintain network equipment and configuration (routers and routing).
• Manage the LAN/WAN routing protocol between the routers and perform port management, network capacity management (including planning and trending).
• Provision and configuring switches and routers.
• Utilize and implement network orchestration tools and techniques to facilitate automated and consistent configurations, management, testing, deployment, and operations of physical and virtual devices within the network.
• Manage status, errors, and inbound and outbound traffic statistics of all routing interfaces, bandwidth utilization, and errors of all inbound and outbound LAN/WAN circuits.
• Escalate issues to vendor and third-party entities, as necessary and directed by the Government.
• Generates / updates network documentation in coordination with the onsite installation resources.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and client personnel at all levels.
• Produce knowledge base articles and SOPs.

This following are REQUIRED for this position:

• Public Trust Clearance and ITILv4 Foundation Certification by start date.
• Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments.
• Previous experience supporting and operating Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN) sites
• Previous hands-on experience provisioning and configuring switches and routers in a SDA environment.
• Proven ability to work independently in a full and/or partial remote environment with limited supervision and may supervise/lead others.
• Possess the ability to communicate in both oral and written forms, demonstrating an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff as well as clients.
• Maintain standard working hours per the DIGIT contract and to be available for meetings, and other collaborative efforts during working hours.
• Must be willing to work a variety of shifts, including holidays as scheduled.

CONTRACT DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following are DESIRED for this position:

• Proficient in configuring the following protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and Static routes.
• Familiar with SD-WAN architectures such as VMware (VeloCloud)
• Design network architecture for Software Design Access / Software Defined Networks, utilizing Cisco DNA Center.
• Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA).
• Shall possess the ability to communicate in both oral and written forms, demonstrating an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff as well as clients.
• Demonstrated ability to apply comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments.
• Familiarity with the following technologies: Active Directory, Windows, ServiceNow, Network Monitoring Systems (Solarwinds), Cisco Prime, LAN/WAN control protocols.
• Proficiency in the Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Chat, Meet, Docs, Slides, Sheets), Slack, and ServiceNow.
• Must be willing to work a variety of shifts, including holidays as scheduled.
• 2+ years of experience configuring the following protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and Static routes.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The following are the education and experience required for this position:

• 2 - 7 years of experience and bachelor's degree
• Experience as a remote worker demonstrating time management and self discipline with cultural change management and Agile mindset.