Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a Network Engineer who will support a government contract in Washington, DC. Responsibilities for the Network Engineer: * Install, configure, maintain, and optimize LAN and WAN infrastructure, including routers, switches, VPN appliances, load balancers, and security devices. * Ensure timely application of security patches to all network infrastructure devices, including routers, switches, voice and video systems, and security appliances. * Monitor and analyze network performance using network management tools, troubleshooting network issues, and optimizing performance based on industry best practices. * Maintain an up-to-date inventory of network assets, including hardware and software components, and ensure efficient asset tracking and lifecycle management. * Provide design recommendations, technical feedback, and support during engineering meetings to contribute to the planning and execution of network projects. * Manage data center network infrastructure, assist with storage and virtualization systems, and collaborate with relevant teams on infrastructure expansion and improvements. * Stay informed of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in communications, networking devices, and system security. * Troubleshoot and resolve network-related problems and outages, including those affecting voice, video, and data services, schedule necessary network upgrades and optimizations. Qualifications for the Network Engineer: * 7 to 12 years of relative Experience * Must have an Active Top Secret Clearance * Excellent customer service skills complemented by an ability to listen to and interpret client requests * Cisco Router and switch configuration (IOS/NX-OS), Palo Alto NextGen Firewall and VPN configuration experience, Experience with General Dynamics Taclanes and/or GEMOne * F5 Load Balancer Knowledge, GTM/Big DNS Knowledge Compensation for the Network Engineer: * $160,000 - $175,000 *Depending on Experience. * Cigna Medical, dental, vision, Holidays, 401k, PTO and Sick leave as required by law #LI-SH2