The Network Engineer will provide on-site support monitoring network performance to ensure system availability and reliability by administering various devices and services [website] routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, WIFI: * Maintaining systems software (upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and security configurations) * Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning * Provide Level-2/3 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues * Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure * Select and implement security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with the security team * Work with users and other personnel for problem resolution * Support a multi-platform server environment including server and software installation, configuration, maintenance, configuration management, patch management, security compliance and troubleshooting * Develop, document and maintain good operating practices and procedures associated with support and maintenance of server environments * Maintaining and administering computer networks and related computing environments including systems software, applications software, hardware, and configurations * Troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and other network and system problems * Lead strategic planning and development associated with system support * Monitoring network performance to determine if adjustments need to be made * Conducts system security configuration and testing based on organizational guidance, policies and procedures * Provide senior level support and communicate periodically with users on systems status, including system changes, problems, enhancements and potential impacts * Designing, configuring and testing networking software, computer hardware, and operating system software * Perform other related duties as assigned Local Baltimore-Washington D.C. and Long-Distance travel may occasionally be required. This is a full-time salary position with benefits. Salary range $95,000 - $145,000 per year. Compensation is based on skills, qualification, certification and experience level of the candidate. Required Skills and Experience * Five-plus years' experience as a Windows System Administrator * Qualified candidates must have graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with a focus in Information Technology or related field; substitution of relevant experience for required education will be considered * CCNP certification is a minimum * Experience with Cisco Firewalls, VPN appliance, switching support and troubleshooting techniques * Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices, including wireless access points, firewall, routers and switches * Solid understanding of LAN, WAN systems and user rights * Proven hands-on experience * Network certification: CCNA, CCNP * Deep understanding of networking protocols [website] IPsec, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS) * Solid understanding DevOps Networking * Hands-on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic and network analytics tools * Ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology and products using documentation and internet resources * Ability to work with all levels of staff within and outside of IT and outside the organization * Strong problem determination and resolution skills * Ability to create accurate network diagrams and documentation for design and planning network communication systems * Experience with Linux operating system support and troubleshooting techniques * Basic understanding of server back-up and restore processes * Strong verbal and written communication skills to all levels of the organization * Must be able to write procedures and technical content related to position responsibilities * Ability to create and maintain positive and professional business relationships with both internal associates and external customers * Must work effectively in a team environment, multi-team setting, as well as independently * Must know how to provide a status on assigned deliverables (i.e., estimate their work) * Must be a U.S. Citizen * Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Preferred Skills and Qualifications * Cisco Skilled and Certified * Knowledge of Dell PowerEdge hardware * Microsoft Exchange administration * Basic Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle database installation and administration * Basic understanding of LAN/WAN technologies EOE M/F/D/V