Xpect Solutions Inc
Network Engineer I (Swing Shift / Tues. - Sat.)
Xpect Solutions Inc, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Company Overview
XPECT Solutions, Inc. has built a strong reputation by supporting our clients in meeting their strategic goals and mission objectives. We provide high quality resources for a wide range of IT and security solutions at best-value pricing. Our success is built on a solid foundation of well-vetted, highly technical personnel, a disciplined project management approach, and an overarching commitment to customer service. We develop, test, deploy, and support exceptional solutions that enhance system functionality, while maximizing reliability and availability, and ensure the tightest security.
Job Overview
XPECT Solutions, Inc. is looking for a Network Engineer I/II on an effort supporting our Federal Government Client in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will provide technical engineering support for our large federal government agency's highly complex network infrastructure environment to include multiple enclaves comprising various classification levels.
Network engineering support includes all engineering activities required to support the standard information technology lifecycle. The ideal candidate will provide design and engineering activities in support of new network solutions for a multi-enclave enterprise network environment which encompasses various technology. In addition, the candidate will provide network support on an as needed basis to resolve networking issues that have not been resolved by the first three support tiers.
This position supports our customer Tuesday - Saturday. from the hours of 3pm - 1130pm.
Core Responsibilities
Monitoring and analyzing enterprise networks and network devices such as switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers encryptors, etc.Provide expert technical guidance and support to the Government, Project Lead, and other Network Analyst in support of monitoring and managing the customer networks.Maintain awareness of trends and best practices related to networks, technology and IT-related topics and provide recommendations on possible improvements or changes to customer systems and processes.Provide high-quality and professional customer service in all interactions.Use the Enterprise Network Monitoring Platform to analyze and provide data and documentation related to the network performance of any or all network components.Serve as initial point of contact to resolve networking problems.Provide excellent and professional customer service in all interactions.Requirements
Active Top-Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI1-3 years of relevant IT experience with specialization in networking technologies, specifically with Cisco switches and routers and resolving LAN/WAN issuesBasic knowledge of IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, MPLS, Stateful firewalls and encryption technologiesWorking knowledge of network management tools, such as Riverbed, Wireshark, Micro Focus Network Automation, etc.Working knowledge of web applications, web servers, application load balancers and storage systems. Must have good knowledge of general security tools and methodologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS and access control lists.
Preferred Additional Skills and Qualifications
Cisco Certified Network Associate Enterprise Core and Infrastructure certificationA.S. degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related areaExperience in network engineering within the federal intelligence communityAbility to adhere to a disciplined troubleshooting methodology, and ensure task/mission completion, along with creating and maintaining necessary information.Highly self-motivated and directed, with attention to detail.
Benefits
Xpect Solutions, Inc. is a one-of-a-kind employer with a talented team that is cleared at various levels and is certified in dozens of industry-recognized certifications. Our talented staff are the key to our success. They bring the knowledge, experience and technical skills to deliver the best solutions to our customers.
We support our team by providing open communication, win-win partnerships with clients and vendors, a team-oriented culture that supports employee diversity, and a focus on professional development and growth for a long-lasting and happy career.
We offer a benefits package that is designed to keep our most important assets - our employees - healthy, happy, energized and moving forward. Our philosophy is simple - empower our employees with the benefits, resources and the financial incentives they need to be successful.
Benefits and Perks:
A Company Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision planRetirement Savings PlanLife InsuranceAD&D InsuranceShort Term and Long Term Disability Insurance3 weeks of annual PTO11 days of Holiday PTOPerformance AwardsReferral Bonuses (of up to $5,000)Education Reimbursement/Training (of up to $2,500/year)
Xpect Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, who participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, or any other classification as required by applicable law. EOE/M/F/D/V
XPECT Solutions, Inc. has built a strong reputation by supporting our clients in meeting their strategic goals and mission objectives. We provide high quality resources for a wide range of IT and security solutions at best-value pricing. Our success is built on a solid foundation of well-vetted, highly technical personnel, a disciplined project management approach, and an overarching commitment to customer service. We develop, test, deploy, and support exceptional solutions that enhance system functionality, while maximizing reliability and availability, and ensure the tightest security.
Job Overview
XPECT Solutions, Inc. is looking for a Network Engineer I/II on an effort supporting our Federal Government Client in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will provide technical engineering support for our large federal government agency's highly complex network infrastructure environment to include multiple enclaves comprising various classification levels.
Network engineering support includes all engineering activities required to support the standard information technology lifecycle. The ideal candidate will provide design and engineering activities in support of new network solutions for a multi-enclave enterprise network environment which encompasses various technology. In addition, the candidate will provide network support on an as needed basis to resolve networking issues that have not been resolved by the first three support tiers.
This position supports our customer Tuesday - Saturday. from the hours of 3pm - 1130pm.
Core Responsibilities
Monitoring and analyzing enterprise networks and network devices such as switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers encryptors, etc.Provide expert technical guidance and support to the Government, Project Lead, and other Network Analyst in support of monitoring and managing the customer networks.Maintain awareness of trends and best practices related to networks, technology and IT-related topics and provide recommendations on possible improvements or changes to customer systems and processes.Provide high-quality and professional customer service in all interactions.Use the Enterprise Network Monitoring Platform to analyze and provide data and documentation related to the network performance of any or all network components.Serve as initial point of contact to resolve networking problems.Provide excellent and professional customer service in all interactions.Requirements
Active Top-Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI1-3 years of relevant IT experience with specialization in networking technologies, specifically with Cisco switches and routers and resolving LAN/WAN issuesBasic knowledge of IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, MPLS, Stateful firewalls and encryption technologiesWorking knowledge of network management tools, such as Riverbed, Wireshark, Micro Focus Network Automation, etc.Working knowledge of web applications, web servers, application load balancers and storage systems. Must have good knowledge of general security tools and methodologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS and access control lists.
Preferred Additional Skills and Qualifications
Cisco Certified Network Associate Enterprise Core and Infrastructure certificationA.S. degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related areaExperience in network engineering within the federal intelligence communityAbility to adhere to a disciplined troubleshooting methodology, and ensure task/mission completion, along with creating and maintaining necessary information.Highly self-motivated and directed, with attention to detail.
Benefits
Xpect Solutions, Inc. is a one-of-a-kind employer with a talented team that is cleared at various levels and is certified in dozens of industry-recognized certifications. Our talented staff are the key to our success. They bring the knowledge, experience and technical skills to deliver the best solutions to our customers.
We support our team by providing open communication, win-win partnerships with clients and vendors, a team-oriented culture that supports employee diversity, and a focus on professional development and growth for a long-lasting and happy career.
We offer a benefits package that is designed to keep our most important assets - our employees - healthy, happy, energized and moving forward. Our philosophy is simple - empower our employees with the benefits, resources and the financial incentives they need to be successful.
Benefits and Perks:
A Company Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision planRetirement Savings PlanLife InsuranceAD&D InsuranceShort Term and Long Term Disability Insurance3 weeks of annual PTO11 days of Holiday PTOPerformance AwardsReferral Bonuses (of up to $5,000)Education Reimbursement/Training (of up to $2,500/year)
Xpect Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, who participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, or any other classification as required by applicable law. EOE/M/F/D/V