Wise Skulls

Network Administrator

Wise Skulls United States

Wise Skulls

Network Administrator

Wise Skulls United States
5 days ago 99 applicants

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Title: Network Administrator/Network Engineer

Location: 100% Remote (Anywhere in the USA)

Duration: 12-24 Months

Implementation Partner: Sierra Solutions Group

End Client: To be disclosed

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Position Description:

  • We’re looking for a Senior Network Administrator to support the design, implementation, monitoring, management, change management, software upgrades, problem/incident resolution, and root cause analysis in support of IPv6 project initiative.
  • Client wants to migrate from IPv4 to IPv6.
  • The project is to move all client users VLANs IPv6 only in the Field Offices (FOs) and Regional Office Buildings (ROBs).
  • As the client deploys a Client VPN service, that service can encapsulate the remote client with an IPv6 address as they connect to the VPN service.

Education And Experience

  • Minimum 10 years of experience and a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.

The Following Are REQUIRED For This Position

  • Previous experience implementing IPV6.
  • Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments.
  • Previous experience supporting and operating Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN) sites
  • Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns.
  • Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments.
  • Operates with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems.
  • Contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable.

Responsibilities

This position shall perform the following (to include but not limited to) activities:

  • Oversee and implement switch provisioning (configuration) and implementation across multiple sites, including coordinating cutover logistics and change management.
  • Establish network monitoring for newly installed and replaced equipment.
  • Support and operate Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN) sites
  • Support and maintain network equipment and configuration (routers and routing).
  • Manage the LAN/WAN routing protocol between the routers and perform port management, network capacity management (including planning and trending).
  • Provision and configuring switches and routers.
  • Utilize and implement network orchestration tools and techniques to facilitate automated and consistent configurations, management, testing, deployment, and operations of physical and virtual devices within the network.
  • Manage status, errors, and inbound and outbound traffic statistics of all routing interfaces, bandwidth utilization, and errors of all inbound and outbound LAN/WAN circuits.
  • Makes technical decisions on kinds of data to be gathered and methods to be used in data collection and analysis.
  • Provides technical direction, guidance, and assistance to assigned projects, suggesting efficient approaches and methods for solving problems.
  • Analyzes, diagnoses, and recommends solutions to complex problems.
  • Escalate issues to vendor and third-party entities, as necessary and directed by the Government.
  • Generates / updates network documentation in coordination with the onsite installation resources.
  • Produce knowledge base articles and SOPs.
  • Designing and implementing an automation framework for all aspects of the application lifecycle, including build, test, and deployment
  • Performing operations tasks such as monitoring application performance over time or troubleshooting issues with production applications
  • Monitoring network performance to ensure that the platform can handle increased traffic from new applications or services
  • Designing, building, and maintaining the systems underlying an application platform
  • Developing new technologies to support existing applications or creating new applications using new technologies
  • Participating in meetings with executives to discuss technical issues and propose solutions
  • Reviewing code written by other engineers to ensure it meets standards for quality, security, and performance.
  • Consuming and analyzing large amounts of data to identify patterns and make predictions about future trends
  • Escalate issues to vendor and third-party entities, as necessary and directed by the Government.

Required Skills

  • Previous experience implementing IPV6.
  • Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments.
  • Previous experience supporting and operating Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN) sites
  • Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns.
  • Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments.
  • Operates with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems.
  • Contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable.
  • Public Trust Clearance
  • ITILv4 Foundation Training and ITILv4 Foundation Certification, may be obtained within 120 days after hire.

Contract Desired Qualifications

  • Proficient in configuring the following protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and Static routes.
  • Previous experience with NetScaler.
  • Familiar with SD-WAN architectures such as Cisco Catalyst Center (Formerly DNA Center), and VMware (VeloCloud)
  • Design network architecture for Software Design Access / Software Defined Networks, utilizing Cisco Catalyst Center (Formerly DNA Center).
  • Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA).
  • Must be willing to work a variety of shifts, including holidays as scheduled.
  • Familiarity with the following technologies: Active Directory, Windows, ServiceNow, Network Monitoring Systems (SolarWinds), Cisco Prime, LAN/WAN control protocols.
  • Proficiency in Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Chat, Meet, Docs, Slides, Sheets), Slack, and ServiceNow.

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

  • Employment type

    Contract

  • Job function

    Information Technology

  • Industries

    IT Services and IT Consulting and Software Development

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