Role & Responsibilities: As a Senior Resident Network Engineer/Consultant in Chantilly, VA, your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of networking. You'll be entrusted with the following responsibilities:
Leverage Your Expertise: Utilize your 10+ years of deep understanding of routing and switching protocols, including OSPF, BGP/MP-BGP, and MPLS, to provide expert guidance and support.
Enhance Network Efficiency: Apply your direct knowledge of L2 and L3 multicast deployments to boost network functionality and efficiency.
Optimize Infrastructure: Take a critical role in configuring and testing hardware, networking software, and operating system software, ensuring peak network performance.
Evaluate New Technologies: Participate actively in evaluating new network technologies, providing valuable recommendations for their seamless integration into the existing network architecture.
Ensure Network Reliability: Support routine network startup and shutdown procedures, maintain meticulous control records, and effectively administer networks, including hardware, software, and configurations.
Resolve Issues: Diagnose hardware and software issues, promptly replace defective components as needed, and perform long-term O&M activities, including tier 3 troubleshooting.
Document Thoroughly: Maintain meticulous logs and records associated with reported problems or situations, and prepare comprehensive troubleshooting procedures to restore the network to optimal performance levels.
Pursue Certifications: Encourage continuous improvement by pursuing certifications such as JNCIS, JNCIP, JNCIE, CCNP, CCIE.
Skills & Qualifications: To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills and qualifications:
Security Clearance: Ensure you hold a TS/SCI with CI Polygraph clearance, as it's imperative for this role.
Technical Mastery: Showcase your demonstrated technical expertise in configuring, troubleshooting, and operating IP-based routers, switches, and security devices.
Certifications: Hold a Security+ certification, which is a requirement, and consider obtaining CASP or CISSP for added advantage.
Juniper Products: Demonstrate your experience with Juniper products, including MX, EX, QFX, and SRX.
Networking Protocols: Leverage your strong understanding of OSPF, BGP/MP-BGP, MPLS, and multicast deployments to excel in this role.
Analytical Skills: Utilize your proficiency in complex network analysis tools to efficiently identify and resolve network issues.
Communication Skills: Exhibit strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, coupled with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Benefits: In return for your contributions, you can expect the following benefits:
Competitive Compensation: Earn a base salary of up to $195,000.
Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package encompassing dental, health, and vision coverage, ensuring the well-being of you and your family.
Financial Security: Secure your financial future with our 401k plan, which includes a generous 30% match to IRS limits.
Invest in Success: Participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Program, allowing you to invest in your future.
Life Insurance: Gain peace of mind with two paid life insurance policies, providing protection for you and your loved ones.
Flexible Time Off: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with open-ended time off for exempt employees.
Sick Days: Receive 15 paid sick days to take care of yourself when needed.
Give Back: Dedicate 5 volunteer days to support causes you're passionate about and make a positive impact in your community.
Family Support: Benefit from family support programs designed to help you and your loved ones thrive.
Educational Assistance: Continue your education and career development with our educational assistance programs, allowing you to invest in your growth and success.
Join the client's team in Chantilly, VA, and be a part of redefining the possibilities in networking while enjoying these exceptional benefits. #TechJobs #Networking #ChantillyVA #SecurityClearance #CareerOpportunity