Network Engineer

Consulting Services Group (CSG) is a premier provider of support services, bringing a new and unique level of subject matter expertise to our clients. Our innovation-led services provides comprehensive solutions to our clients who face high-stake challenges related to managing essential programs, growth and transformation, critical communications, and logistics. Our people bring unparalleled expertise and dedication and we are always looking to expand our team.

To meet our needs, we are currently seeking a Network Engineer professional to perform network deployments, installation and maintenance. Position requires a highly motivated individual capable of operating within a small team limited supervision. Collaboration with other departments will be necessary to execute and deliver against both Corporate and Customer objectives. Interaction with Customers and Help Desk staff will be required upon escalation.

Responsibilities:

• Working knowledge and experience with IP communications (IPv4, IPv6, routing protocols)
• Technical knowledge and experience with Cisco, Cisco IOS and Meraki with desired skills on Next Generation Firewalls (NGFW), specifically Fortinet.
• Analyze, test and repair Layer 1/2/3 network problems. Ensure services conform to customer-mandated SLAs for latency, packet loss, jitter, throughput. Ability to test using standard protocols and instruments.
• Respond to and resolve network alarms. Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS).
• Work very closely with NOC for all escalations and scheduled maintenance.
• Application of security updates and patching in a timely manner, monitor network usage, assess the network performance to ensure present and future requirements are met.
• Participate in on-call rotation. Willingness to participate in escalated issues as required.
• Demonstrate leadership in managing customer networks, proactively track and escalate issues, engage resources to expedite service/network outages, professional interaction skills with customers and management
• Participate in on-call rotation. Willingness to participate in escalated issues as required.
• Execute duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Must be able to effectively manage multiple issues simultaneously through effective work prioritization.
• Documentation —Ability to draft requirements documents, correspondence, and procedures in accordance with policies.
• Procedures and Processes — Ability to provide explanations of complex technical procedures and processes clearly and accurately to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Qualifications Required:

Experience:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance
• Proven Hands-on network engineering experience.
• CCNA or higher (CCNP and/or CCIE desirable).
• Solid understanding of the OSI model.

Education: Bachelor's (or equivalent) with 5-10 years of experience.
Other:

Work Environment

Work is typically performed in an office environment, requiring the use of computer terminals and standard office equipment to accomplish work objectives. Hybrid work schedule possible, though primary work location will remain in the office. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Travel

Minimal local travel in the Washington Metropolitan Area required.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits:

We provide compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.

We are proud of the benefits that we offer! In addition to a competitive salary, we provide no cost health, dental, and vision insurance options for our employees. Our paid time off is a generous accrual program with additional time off for sick leave for you or your dependents wellbeing and paid military leave. Our 14 holidays allow our staff the flexibility to take alternative days off throughout the year. Employees also benefit from a retirement plan with immediate match and vesting. Additionally, we offer life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a rich employee referral program.

Application:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the application or interview process by reaching us at contact@csg-llcusa.com or 540-751-3215.

Consulting Services Group, LLC is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, see Equal Employment Opportunity. We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience helps build the competencies and knowledge that translates to our openings.