Network Technician

We are looking to hire a highly motivated, best-in-class NETWORK TECHNICIAN to join our team within network infrastructure deployment on a contract basis. The candidate will work with minimum supervision in a dynamic environment to drive the expansion of next-generation networks.

The position responsibilities will include scaling support of several data center locations and be responsible for day-to-day assistance with capacity management. The Network Technician will work closely with both internal customers and external vendors to facilitate smooth project execution as directed by Technical Program Managers.

The ideal candidate is highly autonomous, very detail oriented, possesses strong written and verbal communication skills, and has significant experience supporting large scale, enterprise class networks. Excellent network implementation and troubleshooting skills combined with a proven documentation methodology is also required. Strong written and verbal communication skills and an ability to interact efficiently with peers and customers are critical.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

- Deliver simple, sustainable and repeatable solutions and processes
- Work closely with Network Engineering and Network Technical Project Manager teams to ensure fast, smooth rollout of new designs and products
- Manage work and priorities through ticketing system and workflow
- Collaborate with various stake holders to remove project obstacles
- Travel within the Virginia region required
- Troubleshoot networking, routing and interconnectivity issues, including troubleshooting of network device configuration and low level application interaction
- Complete customer requests via Remedy trouble ticketing system
- Participate in the migration, basic configuration and rollout of new or upgraded hardware

REQUIREMENTS:

- TCP/IP Networking knowledge
- Broad understanding of infrastructure technologies
- Knowledge of network cabling and standard optic types
- Familiarity with common networking terms
- Experience dealing with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure
- Effective prioritization and time management

NICE TO HAVE:

- Excellent analytical skills.
- Ethernet and IP Networking knowledge and experience in the application of IP protocols.
- Substantial background in large scale datacenter network implementations and support.
- Experience working in virtualized enterprise networking environments

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Ability to sit in front of computer for entire scheduled 8-hour shift with appropriate breaks while maintaining a high level of alertness and attention to detail
- Ability to move and lift computer equipment up to 35lbs.

This contract position is expected to be 3 months in duration.