System Engineer - Richmond, United States - Bowhead

    Bowhead
    Bowhead Richmond, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Overview:

    SYSTEMS ENGINEER (RDTE)Bowhead seeks a Systems Engineer (Network) in Dahlgren, VA to maintain multiple computing environments by identifying network requirements; installing upgrades; monitoring network performance, and managing network configuration consistency.

    The Systems Engineer will provide engineering, design, and implementation solutions for multiple network architectures.


    Responsibilities:


    Implement local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, & other data networksMaintains network availability in multiple networking environments by administering Cisco campus based switching environments with fiber-based and copper-based Ethernet connectivity (1gig and 10gig).Installs, manages, and maintains Cisco switching components to support campus, wan, and distributed core architectures.

    Works with Cisco chassis based systems, internet circuit termination equipment, and advanced Cisco management tools.

    Manage Cisco Prime Infrastructure and analyze network health, workflow, access, information, and security requirements; performing router/ switch administration, interface configuration, and switching protocols.

    Experience with network routers and switches, and strong Cisco switch and router configuration experience.

    Working knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, 802.1x, ACLs, ARP, RADIUS, IPv6, DHCP, Intrusion Prevention, Authentication, and ISP circuit connectionsDevelop and execute test plans to check infrastructure and system performancePerform network modeling and analysisDefine diagrams and designs for business technology initiativesEnforce policies for standardizing systemsMaintains and monitors core backbone network services in multiple computing environments by identifying network connectivity requirements; performing network upgrades; monitoring network devices and logs, managing wired network connections, and managing network backbone infrastructure.


    Qualifications:
    4 Years of experienceIAT Level II certificationMust have a strong background in Cisco switching and TCP/IP protocol analysis.

    Previous experience in networking, IT, or other related fieldsFamiliarity with researching communication networksStrong troubleshooting and critical thinking skillsStrong attention to detail, good documentation skills, ability to write clear, concise project reportsAbility to function with minimal instruction or supervision, or as a part of larger team reporting to formal project management.


    Strong communication & organizational skillsPhysical Demands:
    Must be able to lift up to 25 poundsMust be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of timeMust be able to twist, bend and squat periodically


    SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
    Must currently hold a security clearance at the Top Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Top Secret clearance at this location.#LI-JR1#J-18808-Ljbffr