Network Engineer
Kforce Inc.
Orlando, FL
- Daily management of SolarWinds or other monitoring software and response to alerts
- Receive new networking equipment, configure from pre-defined templates, and ship to remote sites
- Responsible for diagnostics and resolution of network problems to minimize downtime of business applications and services
- Perform routine testing and analysis of all elements associated with network facilities
- Obtains appropriate quotes and approvals for all network-related purchases and agreements
- Maintains knowledge of current network technology and actively seeks industry-recognized network certifications to validate knowledge and experience
- Recommend proactive changes to current and future network configurations to decrease the risk of outages, and increase confidentiality, integrity, and availability within the network
- Update documentation to record new equipment installed, new sites, and changes to network and security configurations
- Provide tactical input on overall network, security planning, and related projects
- Provides technical support assistance to the other IT infrastructure team members
- Provide network support for all relevant company locations, including remote interconnected sites
- Respond to network outage events with extreme urgency and professionalism
- Take part in an on-call rotation, and serve as escalated support for network issues 24x7
- Provide timely and considerate customer service to all personnel within the organization when resolving technical issues
- Configure, install and maintain various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, VPN, load balancers, firewalls, Cisco Call Manager)
- Handle confidential information and materials appropriately
- Install and maintain all network infrastructure utilizing government and industry security best practices
- Provide support for mobile devices, wireless networks, and remote users
Requirements:
- College level education (AA/AS/BA/BS+) or equivalent experience
- Cisco and other industry certifications preferred
- Minimum 1-year progressive experience installing, configuring, and supporting all of the following: Cisco switches and routers, Cisco VoIP, remote user networking, VPN, TCP/IP troubleshooting, Cisco ASA firewalls, VLAN, MPLS, advanced routing, QoS, wireless LAN
- Ability to work in a complex environment with an emphasis on providing excellent customer service
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and embrace change
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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About the Company
Kforce Inc.
Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.
Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.