Sr Network Engineer

Job#: 2073934

Job Description:

Position: Sr Network Engineer

Pay Rate: $61/hr (W2)

Location: Torrance, CA (5-days on-site)

Contract duration: 12-months

Senior Network Engineer

The Senior Network Infrastructure Specialist will architect, deploy, sustain, and enhance the implementation of our client's existing and advanced technological platforms. You will collaborate within a systems engineering group tasked with crafting resilient, adaptable, and dependable network frameworks that align with organizational goals and service level agreements. This position involves creating, establishing, and guaranteeing the robustness and reliability of the equipment supporting the data communication network essential for client-delivered services, while promoting ongoing enhancements through leading industry standards. This role entails strategizing, constructing, and expanding local and wide area networks (LANs and WANs) throughout the enterprise. The individual will operate both autonomously and as part of a team to plan, install, oversee, upkeep, assist, and refine all network-related hardware, software, and connectivity solutions. This person will also diagnose and address hardware and software network issues promptly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, and evaluate network solutions that fulfill product development plans and client contractual obligations.
• Establish, execute, and update guidelines, protocols, and procedures for network management, usage, and disaster recovery, emphasizing continuous progress.
• Engage with suppliers, external partners, and contractors to acquire network goods and services.
• Observe network efficiency, identify problems, and execute required fixes as needed.
• Set up networks to ensure consistent performance and accessibility to support business goals and workflows.
• Oversee network devices including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN concentrators, along with their associated software and accessories.
• Manage network asset tracking, including keeping an updated inventory of components and associated technical documentation.
• Embody the company's core principles of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Collaboration.
• Exhibit conduct in line with the company's Ethical Standards and Guidelines.
• Tasks may be adjusted or assigned as necessary to address business demands.

Qualifications
Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from a four-year institution; or relevant certifications combined with practical experience and/or education; or an equivalent blend of learning and background.
• Over a decade of advancing expertise in networking and security, encompassing VPNs, enterprise routing, and L3-7 switching. Proficiency with Monitoring Platforms (Orion, Vcenter), Networking Gear (Cisco, Aruba, Fortinet, etc.), Servers (Rac, Blade), Hyper-V, VMWare, Windows Server, SQL Server, Storage Solutions (NetApp, EMC, HP, etc.), Ceph, Active Directory. Experience with AWS cloud is a plus.
• Five or more years in enterprise network architecture and deployment.
• Five or more years with firewall and switch technologies.
• Five or more years designing and implementing Quality of Service (QoS).
• Familiarity with LINUX-based operating systems.
• Background in Software as a Service (SaaS) product settings.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated capacity to make sound independent decisions and act accordingly.
• Proven track record with LAN, WAN, WLAN, and WWAN architecture and execution.
• Established expertise in network capacity forecasting, security fundamentals, and best practices in network administration.
• Solid, practical understanding of network hardware and operating systems, including routers, switches, Fortinet firewalls and switches, and VPN concentrators.
• Strong knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards, including IPv6.
• Ability to research networking challenges and products as needed.
• Skill in explaining complex technical concepts in accessible language.
• Highly self-driven with a keen eye for detail.
• Adept at analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to prioritize tasks effectively in demanding situations.
• Strong focus on customer service.
• Support experience with diagnostic tools, network analyzers, line testers, and reporting utilities.
• Competence with testing methods and tools for data connections.

Other Qualifications

• Readiness to travel to client locations, both within the country and abroad.
• Availability for on-call duties as required.

Physical Demands

• The physical requirements outlined here reflect those necessary for successful job performance. Reasonable adjustments may be made to assist individuals with disabilities in fulfilling essential duties.
• While performing job tasks, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee may occasionally need to stand, walk, use hands to handle objects, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and communicate verbally.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, including transporting moderately heavy items like computers and peripherals.
• Occasional examination of cables in floors and ceilings may be required.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .?

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.