Sr. Network Engineer
About NFF:
Since 1996, NFF has designed, architected, and delivered IT network and security solutions to many state, and local government agencies, K-20 educational institutions, federal agencies, and large enterprise businesses across the mid-Atlantic.NFF is a technology services and solutions provider, specializing in next-generation IT infrastructure including networks, data centers, cloud migrations, IT security, collaboration and mobility, and full/part-time staff augmentation services.
Our solutions, professional services and IT staffing portfolio are centered around building more resilient, secure, adaptive, and intelligent IT infrastructure and include comprehensive assessment, architecture, design, integration and installation services, and ongoing performance management services though our Network Operations Center (NOC).
NFF is a Cisco Gold Partner with a Customer Experience Specialization and was a “Cisco Top-5 Mid-Atlantic SLED Partner” in 2019, 2020 and 2022. NFF has maintained Cisco Gold Partnership since 2008, is the only Cisco Gold Partner headquartered in the District of Columbia.In addition to Cisco, NFF has key partnerships with many manufacturers and IT solution providers including, Rapid7, Arctic Wolf, VMware, NetApp and Splunk.
NFF is a District of Columbia (DC) Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) and a SBA Certified Small Business with headquarters in downtown Washington, DC. Our dedication to quality is reflected in our accomplishment of being awarded multiple ISO 9001:2015 certifications.
About this Position / Responsibilities:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network engineering and at least 10 years of experience in the field. The successful candidate will have a minimum of CCNP/CCIE certification and a superior ability to support applications for production environments utilizing Microsoft, Citrix, VMWare, ESX, Cisco, and Sonicwall security platforms.
Responsibilities:
- Support applications for production environments utilizing Microsoft, Citrix, VMWare, ESX, Cisco, and Sonicwall security platforms.
- Demonstrate advanced understanding of routing protocols like BGP, OSPF, HSRP, and network-based ACL's.
- Support most LAN and WAN architectures including Ethernet, Spanning Tree, Trunking, 802.1q vlan tagging, dark fiber, and Point-to-Point circuits.
- Manage network management platforms and protocols such as SNMP, RMON, MRTG, and NetFlow.
- Utilize network security skills using sniffing software.
- Troubleshoot technologies in OSI layers 1 – 4.
- Implement and manage industry-leading switches, routers, servers, cables, racks, and firewalls.
- Multi-task in a fast-paced environment and maintain professionalism during stressful situations.
- Follow established guidelines and instructions.
- Demonstrate excellent critical thinking skills and sound judgment.
- Fluency in English, written and oral.
- Abilities in a second language preferred.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years of experience in network engineering.
- Minimum CCNA or CCIE certification.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft, Citrix, VMWare, ESX, Cisco, and Sonicwall security platforms.
- Advanced understanding of routing protocols and network architectures.
- Experience with network management platforms and protocols.
- Fluency in English, written and oral.
- Abilities in a second language preferred.
NFF Disclosures:
NFF offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees: Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&D Comprehensive 401k plan Paid Time Off NFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.