Contract Terms:- Pay range is $60-90/hr DOE
- 1099 or W2 Contract
Description:Network Engineer I/II - Responsible for executing the provided Design by performing the Implement, Operationalize, Test, and Handoff phases of various enterprise infrastructure projects;Works collaboratively with the Architect(s) and Project Managers to align delivered artifacts to agreed upon scope items for each project;Maintains a regular business hours schedule and is generally available between 8am-5pm CST;Occasionally performs critical tasks outside of regular hours and/or on weekends in adherence of customer change window restrictions;
Responsibilities/Expectations:- Efficiently build and maintain detailed low-level network design artifacts based on provided Designs
- Effectively participate in regular project status and planning meetings
- Actively engage in solution development working sessions, providing valuable insights to industry trends and practical, real-world application of technologies
- Perform specific task creation, prioritization, tracking, and follow-through actions
- Implement, Operate, and Test various enterprise-grade network technology solutions
- Provide appropriate, accurate, and timely written communications to all project personnel
- Lead comprehensive technical knowledge transfer activities, training, etc..
- Successful candidates will have a 'self-starter' approach, performing significant amounts of work autonomously.
- Successful candidates will exhibit a strong Team Player sentiment and collaborative approach
- Formal attestation of a secure and stable remote working environment is required
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Must be US Citizen
Relevant Certifications:- Cisco CCNA or equivalent (JNCIA, Net+)
Required Skills:- 2+ years of experience working within Enterprise-grade network environments
- 2+ years of experience working in conjunction with a formal Project Management Organization
- Strong MS Office (Excel/Word) skills; Careful attention to detail; Strong communication
- Familiarity with Cisco network infrastructure equipment and software
- Understanding of data center facilities construction and components
- Familiarity with network macro-segmentation strategies, Zone-based firewall architectures
Desired Skills:- Familiarity with Cisco Nexus switch platforms, vPC/MC-LAG and NX-OS Configuration best-practices
- 2-5 years of experience working with OEM and 3rd Party Network Management Systems (NMS), e.g. Cisco Nexusae Dashboard, Solarwindsae Orion, Paesslerae PRTG
