Network Engineer

Job#: 2090400

Job Description:

Job Description:

We need a Network Engineer to join our team to focus on the technical aspects of data center network architecture and operations. The engineer will work daily alongside engineering staff at the site to become thoroughly familiar with the unique processes and requirements related to DOD-specific configurations and challenges. This role will also serve as a team lead.

Required Experience:

• 8+ years of related experience or a combination of education and experience
• DOD 8570 IAT level II required

Required Technical Skills:

• Analyzes customer requirements and provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems
• Performs maintenance and upgrades of networks, including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, remote access systems, and networks
• Maintains network integrity and connectivity while ensuring compliance with policies and maintaining system backup and recovery capabilities
• Coordinates the acquisition of hardware and software, as well as subcontractor services as needed
• Creates plans and configures systems for data communication networks
• Designs and builds hardware and software components for computer or telecommunications networks
• Evaluates new communications technologies to enhance network capabilities
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned

Security Clearance Level:

• TS/SCI required to start

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Good communication skills; shows tact, effective listening skills, and follow-through
• Detail-oriented and organized; able to understand network evaluation criteria and be exact in assessments

Preferred Skills:

• CCNA or equivalent certification
• Military experience

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.