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Job#: 2062258
Job Description:
Apex Systems is assisting one of our clients in the hiring of a Network Engineer.
Position: Network Engineer
Duration: 12 month contract engagement
Location: Columbia, SC
Schedule: Hybrid 2-3x/week in Columbia, SC
Job Description: DAILY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Responsibilities
1.Configure and install network hardware and software to meet agency and industry standards.
2.Configure Solarwinds NPM, NCM, and Server/Application Monitor to meet application team's requirements.
3.Maintain the entire Orion platform as a SME; performing patches when deemed necessary.
4.Reviews network changes and trends to forecast future needs while determining and correcting complex network problems.
5.Provide network design recommendations and solutions to network problems while determining feasibility, cost, equipment needs, and time constraints/allocations for assigned projects.
6.Assist in the development of strategic direction of the network infrastructure for both the current environment and potential future environment.
7.Travel to different SCDHHS offices throughout the state to provide network configuration, implementation, and maintenance on the SCDHHS network infrastructure.
8.Make recommendations on specific improvements in network efficiency and effectiveness using network diagrams and reports for I/O Leadership.
9.Troubleshoot network connectivity issues with emphasis in Routing, DNS, URL-Filtering, and IPSEC VPN tunnels.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
1.Experience maintaining the SolarWinds Orion platform.
2.Extensive experience with configuring and installing Palo Alto network firewalls and software to meet agency and industry standards.
3.Detailed at analyzing network efficiency across the entire agency network.
4.Constantly reviewing network changes and trends to forecast future needs while determining and correcting complex network problems to regional offices.
5.Ability to provide network design recommendations and solutions to network problems while determining feasibility, cost, equipment needs, and time constraints/allocations for assigned projects.
6.Providing backup support with development of strategic direction of the network infrastructure for the network environment.
REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
1.Minimum 5 to 10 years Networking experience
2.5 plus years of experience within network infrastructure, server, and system administration operations.
3.Ability to design, configure, and manage configurations within the SolarWinds environment.
4.Ability to design, configure, and manage Palo Alto Firewalls.
5.Ability to design, configure, and manage configurations within the SolarWinds environment.
6.Ability to assign appropriate priorities to work activities based on organizational goals and situational pressures.
7.Ability to work on multiple network projects concurrently and sometimes independently.
8.Knowledge of F5 Load-Balancers.
9.Deep understanding of networking protocols, and networking software/hardware
PREFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
1.Knowledge of CISCO devices.
2.Experience with Infoblox DNS, IPAM, DHCP, NTP.
3.HIPAA, CDC, and other network infrastructure and server framework.
4.Experience with NAC appliances (ISE and Forescout preferred).
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Job Description:
Apex Systems is assisting one of our clients in the hiring of a Network Engineer.
Position: Network Engineer
Duration: 12 month contract engagement
Location: Columbia, SC
Schedule: Hybrid 2-3x/week in Columbia, SC
Job Description: DAILY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Responsibilities
1.Configure and install network hardware and software to meet agency and industry standards.
2.Configure Solarwinds NPM, NCM, and Server/Application Monitor to meet application team's requirements.
3.Maintain the entire Orion platform as a SME; performing patches when deemed necessary.
4.Reviews network changes and trends to forecast future needs while determining and correcting complex network problems.
5.Provide network design recommendations and solutions to network problems while determining feasibility, cost, equipment needs, and time constraints/allocations for assigned projects.
6.Assist in the development of strategic direction of the network infrastructure for both the current environment and potential future environment.
7.Travel to different SCDHHS offices throughout the state to provide network configuration, implementation, and maintenance on the SCDHHS network infrastructure.
8.Make recommendations on specific improvements in network efficiency and effectiveness using network diagrams and reports for I/O Leadership.
9.Troubleshoot network connectivity issues with emphasis in Routing, DNS, URL-Filtering, and IPSEC VPN tunnels.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
1.Experience maintaining the SolarWinds Orion platform.
2.Extensive experience with configuring and installing Palo Alto network firewalls and software to meet agency and industry standards.
3.Detailed at analyzing network efficiency across the entire agency network.
4.Constantly reviewing network changes and trends to forecast future needs while determining and correcting complex network problems to regional offices.
5.Ability to provide network design recommendations and solutions to network problems while determining feasibility, cost, equipment needs, and time constraints/allocations for assigned projects.
6.Providing backup support with development of strategic direction of the network infrastructure for the network environment.
REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
1.Minimum 5 to 10 years Networking experience
2.5 plus years of experience within network infrastructure, server, and system administration operations.
3.Ability to design, configure, and manage configurations within the SolarWinds environment.
4.Ability to design, configure, and manage Palo Alto Firewalls.
5.Ability to design, configure, and manage configurations within the SolarWinds environment.
6.Ability to assign appropriate priorities to work activities based on organizational goals and situational pressures.
7.Ability to work on multiple network projects concurrently and sometimes independently.
8.Knowledge of F5 Load-Balancers.
9.Deep understanding of networking protocols, and networking software/hardware
PREFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
1.Knowledge of CISCO devices.
2.Experience with Infoblox DNS, IPAM, DHCP, NTP.
3.HIPAA, CDC, and other network infrastructure and server framework.
4.Experience with NAC appliances (ISE and Forescout preferred).
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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