US citizenship with the ability to obtain TS clearance
Undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
5+ years of system administration experience
Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Windows Server, and Redhat Linux
Expertise in infrastructure protocols (e.g., LDAP, SAML, OAuth 2.0)
Advanced scripting skills in Python and Bash for automation
Solid understanding of networking technologies like TCP/IP and traffic analysis
Responsibilities
Interface with clients to assess IT infrastructure performance
Establish baselines for network operations
Identify optimization and improvement opportunities
Collaborate with a diverse team on challenging projects
Analyze complex technical issues and propose solutions
Utilize strong communication skills to gather and incorporate feedback
Lead complex projects within a team environment
Benefits
Diverse work environment
Growth and learning opportunities
Client-facing role that emphasizes strategic thinking
Engagement with a passionate team
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Network Performance Engineer to interface with our team and our clients to help assess the performance of IT infrastructures, establish baselines, and identify opportunities for optimization/improvement. This is a highly visible, client-facing role. We value creative, strategic thinkers with demonstrated interest and skills in optimizing network performance.
Who you are:
You are a US Citizen and are able to be clearable to the TS level
You are passionate and curious about technology
You are committed to work with a like-minded team to learn and grow in your field of expertise
You are a problem solver and able to analyze and breakdown complex issues
You have an eye for detail and consistency
You have strong communication skills that are used to solicit and incorporate feedback in your work
You have a strong interest in infrastructure performance
You enjoy interacting with clients to satisfy their goals and objectives
We are looking for a team member with the following skills:
Undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
5+ years of system administration
Expert level experience in Microsoft Windows, Windows Server Family of Products, and Redhat Linux
Expert level knowledge of infrastructure protocols such as LDAP, SAML, OAuth 2.0, SSH, SFTP, SCP, SNMPv3, Netflow, SMTP.
Advanced level of experience automating data reporting or operational tasks with scripting languages (including Python and Bash).
Experience with CI/CD pipeline processes.
Solid understanding of other networking technologies (including TCP/IP, traffic analysis, TAPs, traffic brokers)
Excellent understanding of technology concepts such as SDLC, systems engineering, IT performance management, IT operations, operational monitoring, security monitoring, and KPI
Experience working with or integrating various enterprise management systems
Experienced leader of highly complex projects as part of a larger team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including technical writing
If you have any of the following, it would be a bonus:
Active US Secret or Top Secret clearance
Strong programming skills in Python and/or Bash
CCNA, CCNP, JNCIP and/or CCDA certifications
Extensive experience in packet analysis (Wireshark)
Familiarity with ITILv3 concepts especially Service Operations
