Network Engineer - Data Center

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Network Engineer - Data Center
Location: Norfolk, VA
Clearance: Top-Secret

Job Description:

The contractor shall have a minimum of ten (10) years of demonstrated knowledge and experience in Cisco networks; including design, configuring, installing enterprise network devices and working in a data center environment. Examples of relevant experience may include the following:

a. Installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and monitoring network systems, hardware, and software applications, including, but not limited to switches, routers, firewalls, data center technologies, routing protocols, and network
appliances.
b. Implementation of DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to ensure compliance of network components. Evaluate and respond to network incidents and perform corrective actions. Support approved change
management processes.
c. Implement and managing data center technologies, including network, compute, storage, automation, and security. Experience working with Windows, Unix, and other server administrators to design, address requirements, troubleshoot issues, and implement changes in a data center environment. Understanding Cisco's approach to data center solutions, including Nexus, UCS, ACI, and Fibre Channel.
d. Reviewing security information and event management (SEIM) tools to discover and resolve network events. Implementing and managing security protocols and policies within enterprise networks. Performing root cause analysis and providing recommendations or corrective actions.
e. Proficiency in advanced routing protocols like EIGRP and OSPF, as well as switching technologies. Understanding and implementing SDN technologies like SD-Access and SD-WAN. Planning, designing, and implementing both local and wide-area enterprise networks.
f. Working with Department of Defense teams to support project objectives. Contribute to the execution of project or task plan and helps assess and resolve events and issues.
g. Knowledge and proficiency to work (including, but not limited to):
i.Hardware: Network switches (CISCO Nexus series 7000/9000 and Cisco Catalyst series); Cisco routers (CISCO 4551, 8500).
ii.Software: Solar Winds, Cisco ISE, Cisco Catalyst Center (aka DNA), Splunk.

Certifications: Contractor shall have an active Security + CE or higher, and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification with Enterprise Core or Data Center specialty.