Job DescriptionJob Description Network Engineer Pay Rate: $45.00/HR W2 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Location: Semi-Remote; Must live within 60 miles of Ashburn, VA 20147 Duration: Open-ended contract ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provides technical leadership and oversight in the design and implementation of fault tolerant, scalable, secure network solutions Proposes process and product improvement opportunities to the organization Provide Level 3 architecture and support services to Operational Engineering for Network technology solutions including but not limited to: Cisco Routing Cisco Layer 2-7 Switching Cisco PIX/ASA Firewalls Juniper layr2-7 Switching Palo Alto Firewalls Define, publish and enforce technical standards, guidelines and procedures Mentor junior staff members in network technologies, solutions, and best practices KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Knowledge of Information Security Systems (IDS/IPS, Nessus) a plus Knowledge of Unix (Solaris/Redhat Enterprise) a plus Knowledge of Windows (Server 2012, Active Directory, exchange, clustering) a plus Strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical, and interpersonal skills Use expertise to provide technical direction to overall projects Ability to lead and participate in projects that cross multiple technical disciplines. Ability to develop technical standards and designs for projects. Able to be highly confidential. Proficient with computers to include the utilization of Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook. Able to work in a team environment. Manages stress and/or fast-pace effectively. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Bachelor degree Cisco Certification (CCNP, CCIE) 6+ years of the following: Experience supporting Cisco & Juniper routers and switches Experience supporting Cisco & Juniper L3 switches Experience supporting Palo Alto and Checkpoint firewalls Experience provisioning and supporting telecommunications hardware and software POSITION SUMMARY: BASIC FUNCTION Leads /works as a team to implement, manage and design network hardware and software solution for LAN's and WAN's in a fault tolerant, scalable, secure network environment. Manage telecommunications systems hardware and software. Analyze systems to propose best practices for both internal and external customers. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Primarily sitting with some walking, standing, and bending. Able to hear and speak into a telephone. Close visual work on a computer terminal. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments. Ability to lift and carry, up to 20 lbs. Able to climb a ladder and work on a raised platform WORK CONDITIONS Remote work with extensive daily usage of a computer. Must live within 60 miles of one of our current Data Center locations, and may be required to work onsite as needed. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must be willing to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, late nights, holidays and on-call support. Must be comfortable working in a highly critical, fast paced environment with shifting priorities. Occasional travel may be required Must possess a current, valid state-issued driver’s license. Company DescriptionAbout Murtech Staffing & Solutions - We are a National Staffing Services Company with a team dedicated to solving the unique staffing challenges for our clients. The essence of Murtech is built in our Core Values: Integrity, Passion and Work Ethic. We apply these values to provide professional career development for both our employees and candidates.Company DescriptionAbout Murtech Staffing & Solutions - We are a National Staffing Services Company with a team dedicated to solving the unique staffing challenges for our clients. The essence of Murtech is built in our Core Values: Integrity, Passion and Work Ethic. We apply these values to provide professional career development for both our employees and candidates.