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Sr Network Engineer

Columbia, MD 20588

Posted: 01/22/2025 Industry: Other Area(s) Job Number: 821 Pay Rate: $110k - $130k Remote Work Available?: Onsite

Job Description

Links Technology Solutions is currently seeking an experienced Sr Network Engineer to fill an opening with an IT Services and IT Consulting company. 

Responsibilities of the Sr Network Engineer
  • Configure and optimize network switches, routers and firewalls.
  • Configure Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS)
  • Manage application layer filtering on NextGen Firewalls.
  • Configure and troubleshoot virtual networking, vlans, and virtual routing and forwarding (VRFs).
  • Develop and implement network backup and recovery procedures.
  • Diagnose network connectivity problems.
  • Install and maintain network infrastructure device operating system software.
  • Monitor network capacity and performance.
  • mitigate network vulnerabilities to ensure information is safeguarded against outside parties.
  • Test and maintain network infrastructure including software and hardware devices.
  • Configure and manage a VMware Cluster to support multiple tenant systems.

Qualifications of the Sr Network Engineer
  • Master’s degree in STEM AND 10 years’ experience, OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in STEM AND 12 years’ experience, OR
  • High school diploma and 15 years’ experience as a Network Engineer
  • Experience with Cisco IOS and PAN-OS
  • Experience with VMware/ESXi
  • Experience with Switch VLAN setup
  • Experience with VMware virtual NIC config for isolation
  • Ability to demonstrate cyber/IT related experience with attention to detail, customer service, oral and written communication, and problem solving.
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance with full scope polygraph ( current CI, under 6 years aged)
  • Active DoD IAT Level III certification (e.g. CISSP, CCSP, GCIH, GCED, CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA)
  • Active Cisco certification
  • Understanding of project design within the scope of security (RMF) requirements
  • REQUIRED: TS SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

Benefits of the Sr Network Engineer
  • Location: Onsite role in Columbia, MD
  • Salary: $110k - $130K 
  • Direct Hire role
  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • 401k Matching
  • Competitive PTO

 

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Amber Boytis
Sr. Technical Recruiter

Senior Technical Recruiter and business professional with 13+ years of progressive experience and responsibility. A dedicated partner with candidates and hiring managers from the front line to the C-suite. Demonstrated results in identifying quality candidates in a variety of industries across all job families with strong expertise in IT and Engineering.

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