Junior Network Engineer

  • Germantown, MD
  • Posted 13 hours ago | Updated 13 hours ago

Overview

On Site
$40,000 - $60,000
Full Time
100% Travel

Skills

Firewall
Network
Cloud
scripting language

Job Details

Interview Type: Final Round will be In-Person

Experience Required: 0 to 2 years

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in configuring, deploying, and troubleshooting routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.
  • Monitor network performance and ensure system reliability and security.
  • Support senior engineers in network design, upgrades, and optimization.
  • Automate repetitive tasks using scripting/programming (e.g., network backups, log analysis).
  • Document network configurations, processes, and troubleshooting steps.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve network-related issues.

Technical Requirements:

  • Networking Knowledge:
    • Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, BGP, OSPF, and subnetting.
    • Familiarity with network monitoring tools (e.g., Wireshark, Nagios, SolarWinds).
    • Basic knowledge of Cisco/Juniper/Huawei devices (CCNA or equivalent certification is a plus).
  • Programming/Scripting Skills (Command in at least one):
    • Python (preferred for automation, e.g., Ansible, Netmiko).
    • Bash/Shell scripting (for Linux-based network tasks).
    • PowerShell (Windows network automation).
    • Other languages like Go, Ruby, or Perl (if relevant to your infrastructure).

Soft Skills:

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
  • Good communication skills for team collaboration.

Nice-to-Have (Optional):

  • Exposure to cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
  • Knowledge of SDN (Software-Defined Networking) or virtualization.
  • Experience/exposure with DevOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes).

Why Join Us?

  • Mentorship from senior network engineers.
  • Hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies.
  • Career growth opportunities in networking/cloud security.
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