What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Engineer position at Burns PLLC?
About Burns
Burns is a nationally respected provider of specialized engineering services, bringing highly technical, sought-after engineering expertise to complex transportation and critical infrastructure projects.
For more than 50 years, we have built our reputation on outstanding client service. Ranked a Top Workplace and ENR Top 500 Design Firm, we are personally invested in helping our clients achieve their goals, sharing in their passions, and successfully guiding them through the challenges of complex projects using our no surprises Burns Unique Client Experience.
We are seeking a Network Engineer to join our Aviation Technology team in Los Angeles, CA.
Position Summary :
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Network Engineer to join our Los Angeles team, to support our client, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) with their Capital Improvement Projects. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in designing, configuring, and maintaining complex networks. You must be proficient in network troubleshooting, security, and performance optimization, with hands-on experience in routing, switching, firewalls, and VPN technologies. A strong background in large-scale enterprise environments is preferred.
Key Responsibilities :
- Network Design & Implementation : Design, implement, and optimize high-availability, high-performance networks that meet business requirements.
- Configuration & Maintenance : Configure routers, switches, firewalls, and other networking equipment to ensure seamless network operation.
- Troubleshooting & Support : Provide advanced troubleshooting and issue resolution across various network platforms (LAN / WAN).
- Network Security : Implement and monitor network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection / prevention systems (IDS / IPS), and VPNs.
- Performance Optimization : Conduct network performance analysis and implement strategies for optimization (e.g., load balancing, QoS).
- Documentation : Maintain accurate network diagrams, inventory lists, and configuration backups. Document troubleshooting steps and solutions.
- Collaboration : Work closely with other IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure network projects are completed on time and to specifications.
- Capacity Planning & Monitoring : Proactively monitor network capacity and performance metrics to predict future needs and ensure network scalability.
- Vendor Management : Coordinate with external vendors for network-related services, troubleshooting, and support as needed.
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Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
