Network Engineer

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Technical Support
Requirements Analysis
Communication
Presentations
Writing
Virtual Private Network
Network Monitoring
Network Security
Technical Writing
Information Technology
Cyber Security
Security+
Customer Engagement
Cisco Certifications
CISSP
Network Analysis
Management
Juniper
Palo Alto
Aruba
Cisco
ISE
F5
Wireless Communication
Access Control
IEEE 802.11
Microsoft Dynamics AX
Routing Protocols
Switches
PKI
Routers
IPsec
Corporate Social Responsibility
Firewall
Network
Network Layer
IEEE 802.1X
Hardening
DoD
STIG
SCAP
Security Clearance
SAP BASIS
Law
IT Service Management
Innovation
Collaboration
Recruiting
Insurance
Finance
Professional Development
Training
Leadership
CompTIA
Customer Service
Career Counseling
Oracle Application Express
Apex

Job Details

Job#: 2072859

Job Description:

Network Engineer

Apex Systems is actively hiring for a Network Engineer with a large government client supporting the Department of the Navy in Oahu, HI!

Position requires a currently active, DoD-issued Secret Security Clearance.

If interested in applying, please email a copy of your updated resume AND active IT certification(s) to Melissa at

Location: 100% on-site in Oahu, HI (potential for occassional travel)

Contract Duration: One year contract-to-permanent-hire opportunity

The Network Engineer will serve on a team of technical Engineers in support of multiple government programs. Candidates will be involved in the planning, design, development, implementation, and technical support of multi-platform, multi-system networks that includes requirements analysis and optimizing network performance. The ideal candidate will possess good communication, presentation, and writing skills. They will have a proven track record of being a problem solver and team player who is capable of working in a technically challenging environment supporting the Department of the Navy.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing on-call and touch labor support in the sustainment of networks.

Responsible for providing SME to assist in the sustainment of the Dept. of the Navy networks.

Installation, configuration and support of network appliances.

Proven ability to install and configure physical components; routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN gateways.

Utilizing network monitoring, management and other tools to ensure network security and optimal performance.

Effectively interact via good verbal and written communications with technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Program Managers.

Technical documentation.

On-call support for CONUS and OCONUS requirements.

Qualifications and Experience:

Active, DoD-issued Secret Security Clearance

Bachelor degree from any accredited university in Information Technology or Cybersecurity

CompTIA Security+ CE Certification

Desired: CCENT, CCNA, CCDA, CCNP, and CISSP Certification

5+ years with network architectures with detailed understanding of network and security appliances.

Expertise in network analysis, management, design, capacity and throughput planning.

Experience with Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Aruba, Cisco ISE, and F5.

Experience with Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.1ac and 802.11ax.

Experience and understanding with implementation and troubleshooting various routing protocol.

Experience and understanding with implementation and troubleshooting various switching protocol.

Experience and understanding with PKI implementation and troubleshooting communications between routers via IPsec.

Experience and understanding in how to generate CSR (Certificate Signing Request) for various network devices and adding approved certificates to respective network devices afterward.

Experience and understanding with firewall rules and applications of ACLs.

Experience and understanding with network load balancers at layer 3 and layer 7.

Experience and understanding of 802.1X standards.

Familiar with running and configuring ACAS scans and STIG scans.

Familiar with hardening systems such as DoD STIG'ing and SCAP scanning.

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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.
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