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Supports the daily operations of the agency’s network infrastructure. This role focuses on monitoring, maintenance, and Tier 1-2 network troubleshooting. The candidate will work under the guidance of the Senior Network Engineer to ensure network availability and performance.
Job Responsibility:
Support and maintain LAN/WAN, network devices, UPS, and environment monitoring system for DC headquarters facility and 52 field offices
Install, Configure, and troubleshoot network equipment including Cisco routers, switches, Meraki wireless, and Palo Alto firewall appliances
Support Internet connection and Zscaler remote access service for users and LAN-to-LAN IPSec connections to partner networks and dedicated WAN connection, e.g. vendor hosted site and Microsoft ExpressRoute connection
Perform daily monitoring of network health using ManageEngine/OpManager/Netflow and Configuration Manager
Create and update SOPs and various configuration tracking documents on a regular basis
Handle routine network troubleshooting (physical and logical connectivity issues, port configurations, VLAN assignments). Coordinate with local teams and vendors, problem-solve and restore service as needed
Monitor Palo Alto firewall logs to identify and report traffic anomalies
Troubleshoot WAN/MPLS circuit issues and open tickets with ISPs
Requirements:
Requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field plus 3+ years of relevant work experience in network support
Additional experience can be substituted for a degree
Cisco Routing/Switching: Strong working knowledge of Cisco IOS, StackWise cabling/logic, and EtherChannel troubleshooting
Firewalls: Basic understanding of Palo Alto firewalls and the ability to navigate and operate Panorama for monitoring purposes
Cloud & VPN: Familiarity with IPSec VPN concepts and connectivity to Microsoft Azure
Wireless: Experience operating and troubleshooting Cisco Meraki wireless solutions
Troubleshooting: Demonstrated ability to diagnose Layer 1–7 issues (cabling, IP conflicts, network loop, routing, etc.)
Must be available for weekend maintenance events and emergency outages
Must be engaging and proactive with critical thinking, strong desire to learn, and problem-solving ability, both independently and as part of a team
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to present ideas and reports clearly in English, both orally and in writing
Must obtain agency suitability clearance prior to start date
Nice to have:
Experience supporting a nationwide mid-sized Federal agency enterprise is a plus