Infrastructure Solutions Architect

DataStaff, Inc is in need of an Infrastructure Solutions Architect for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients located in Virginia Beach, VA.
*This position is onsite
Job Description:
The team is looking for a solid mid-level team member who brings 6-10 years of hands-on networking experience. The best candidate should be looking for long term professional growth opportunities, possesses a 4-year degree in a computer science or other technology discipline, and/or industry certifications with 10+ years of experience. At a minimum, a 4-year degree in a technical discipline is strongly desired.
Requires experience, creativity and multi-tasking to independently and collaboratively achieve department service and support objectives for the Transportation Operations Center. Individual can work without assistance; is able to manage medium complexity work efforts; has some industry experience; can provide limited leadership to others.

Responsibilities:

• Researching, planning, and installing Enterprise Solutions that could comprise of networking or software technologies and supporting life safety systems that directly impact the public.
• Assesses existing network, software, and current solutions and makes recommendations based on product specifications and best cybersecurity practices.
• Configures equipment and software to meet business needs, trains others on the solution, and documents the solution for ongoing support.
• Functions as part of a team on larger projects or individually provides the services on support visits or smaller projects.
• Provides technical support and assists with the design of Infrastructure solutions.
• Requires experience in the technical services and support field as well as experience in systems and network administration (DHCP, DNS, routers, firewall, etc.)
• Responds to Tier 1 and 2 network and software support requests.
• Communicates effectively with teammates and customers of varying levels of technical expertise.
• Responds to all break/fix requests associated with network resources.
• Designs extensions of and connections to the campus network.
• Assists with configuration and deployment of new/replacement network hardware and communications infrastructure.
• Develops and maintains up-to-date project and architecture documentation.
• Maintains up-to-date inventory and maintenance records.
• Monitors network resources for faults and traffic anomalies.
• Resolves connection issues between users and resources.
• Maintains detailed change history of network changes.
• Supports ITS Field Maintenance with communications' implementation and troubleshooting.
• Supports team efforts to improve cybersecurity controls and defenses.
• Supports team efforts for threat hunting and mitigation.
• Manages time and resource constraints.

Required Skills:

• CCNA
• 10 Years - General Information Technology
• 8 Years - Cisco Routing and Switching
• 8 Years - VLAN Management
• 8 Years - Network Design
• 5 Years - Subnetting
• 5 Years - Routing Protocols
• 5 Years - Authentication
• 5 Years - VPN & Remote Access Technologies

Desired Skills:

• CCNP
• Security+
• 5 Years - Network Security
• 5 Years - DNS/DHCP
• 5 Years - Network Monitoring
• 5 Years - Network Cable Management
• 5 Years - Firepower
• 5 Years - Solutions Design build
• 5 Years - Integration Troubleshooting
• 5 Years - Cybersecurity
• 5 Years - Software Integrations

This opportunity is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.