Sr. Network Engineer

14 Apr 2024

Vacancy expired!

TCI has an immediate need for a

Sr. Network Engineer in Raleigh, NC. This is not a Corp2Corp opportunity. This is a long-term contract opportunity with the probability of hire. In addition to competitive, market-rate based pay, TCI provides all our Consultants with Comprehensive Medical/Dental Insurance, 401k, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability benefits.

Please note that this position requires US Citizenship and a DoD Public Trust Security Clearance.

SUMMARY We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer is responsible for all aspects of the network projects, including hardware requirements, designing and implementing standards based physical layer connectivity through complex routing protocols and Voice-over-IP implementations (Cisco unified Communications).

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Network design, and configuration of OSPF, EIGRP, RIP and Static routing solutions.
  • Configure and support wireless systems.
  • Architecture design, and systems implementation, of middle-of-row to core connectivity.
  • IOS layer 2 and layer 3 configuration and support.
  • Firewall and load balancing support.
  • Top-of-rack to middle-of-row connectivity.
  • Top-of-rack to server connectivity.
  • Server to middle-of-row backup, and backup to backup core connectivity.
  • Enclosure network hardware including blade switches and pass-thru modules.
  • Ensure corporate standards for IOS images are followed by reviewing devices to confirm they are running standardized IOS images.
  • Upgrade images where necessary to the correct IOS image.
  • Create and apply layer 2 and Layer 3 switch and core router configurations.
  • Configuring the switched environment and ensure data transverses the appropriate path to core devices via spanning-tree.
  • Responsible for installation, operation, support and maintenance of Cisco Catalyst 65XX and Nexus 5K/7K carrier class switches.
  • Applying appropriate access and distribution layer security measures.
  • Take an active role in coordinating networking duplicated in San Mateo and Eagan. Work with counterparts in San Mateo.
  • Coordinate communication, documentation and addressing between the data centers.
  • Input IP addressing and DNS information for network devices and servers.
  • Communicate addressing information with Host Systems.
  • Document environments. Include detailed drawings of physical devices, connectivity through cores, and routing to intranet and internet sites.
  • Document device access, addressing, and physical locations for network devices.
  • Monitor and work ServiceNow trouble and change control tickets. Tickets involve a range of requests and issues relating to network connectivity, network addressing, moves, adds and changes.
  • Optimize network performance; Review network performance to identify and correct network issues resulting in less than optimal network performance

REQUIREMENTS
  • 5 years of Systems Administration experience, or an equivalent combination of education and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or associated discipline preferred.
  • Must have at least one of the following certifications:
  • CISCO Certified Systems Instructor (CCSI)
  • CISCO Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
  • CISCO Certified Voice Professional (CCVP)
  • CISCO Certified Design Associate (CCDA)
  • CISCO CCIE Written
  • CISCO IP Telephony Design Specialist
  • CISCO IP Communications Support Specialist
  • CISCO Optical Specialist
  • CISCO Wireless LAN Design Specialist
  • CISCO Lifecycle Services IP Communications
  • Must be U.S. Citizen and eligible for a Public Trust clearance and may be required to obtain a higher security clearance.