Senior Network Engineer - Kforce Inc.
McKinney, TX 75070
About the Job
- Senior Network Engineer establishes and maintains network performance
- Builds net configurations and connections
- Troubleshoots network problems
- IP address auditing
- As a Senior Network Engineer, you will establish networking environment by designing system configuration and directing system installation
- Defines, documents, and enforces system standards
- Maximizes performance by troubleshooting network problems and outages and scheduling upgrades
- Configures router
- Updates data servers and network equipment
- Collaborates with network architects on network optimization
- Senior Network Engineer secures network system by establishing and enforcing policies and defining and monitoring access
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations
- Accomplishes information systems and organization mission by completing related results as needed
Requirements:
- Technical Expertise: The candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in general infrastructure, covering a broad spectrum of supporting technologies and networking
- Network and Cloud Troubleshooting: Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving issues related to both network infrastructure and cloud-based systems, demonstrating a strong troubleshooting skill set
- Azure Cloud Experience: Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services, including deployment, management, and optimization of resources within the Azure environment
- Network Configuration and Maintenance: Knowledge and expertise in designing, configuring, and maintaining both Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs), encompassing the setup of servers, routers, switches, access points, and circuit configurations
- Network Firewalls: Senior level skills in working with Palo Alto firewalls, configuration, and troubleshooting
- Collaboration with 3rd Party Providers and Solution Partners: Experience in collaborating with external network providers and solution partners to implement and manage infrastructure solutions effectively
- Cloud Infrastructure Management: Familiarity with cloud backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning, along with practical experience in managing cloud servers and virtual environments
- Active Directory and Domain Services: Working knowledge of Active Directory (AD) and domain services, including user management, group policies, and domain configurations
- Remote Management Tools: Proficiency in using remote management tools for monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting network infrastructure and systems
- VoIP Knowledge: Basic understanding and experience with Voice over IP (VoIP) technologies, covering both hosted and on-premise VoIP environments
- Web Hosting and Domain Management: Fundamental knowledge of web hosting services and domain management practices
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.