Senior Network Engineer - Kforce Inc.
Germantown, MD 20876
About the Job
- Senior Network Engineer will design, implement, troubleshoot, and manage routing and switching of Enterprise Customers' terrestrial networks
- Ensure the secure transmission of network traffic through network nodes
- Work on different vendors like Cisco, Fortinet, Meraki, Velcloud, Cradlepoint products to build and manage Customer networks
- Enable new features in networking devices and implement network systems improvements to enhance network performance and reliability
- Configure and support Enterprise Customers' routers and switches with networking protocols to ensure seamless communication among network devices
- As a Senior Network Engineer, you will work on Windows and Linux servers to troubleshoot network issues and to analyze network performance
- Perform firmware upgrades on networking devices for bug fixes and enhancements
- Use Python Programming Language for config management in cloudify orchestration system and use Python to automate processes
Requirements:
- MS degree in Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or closely related field and 2-3 years' experience in Customer Network Engineering, or BS degree in Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or closely related field plus 5 years' experience in Customer Network Engineering
- CCNP or Fortinet Certification
- Python Programming Language
- Experience working on data networking protocols and telecommunications
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong analytical, organizational, and multitasking skills
- Ability to learn and adapt to new products and technologies quickly
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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