IT Network Engineer In Washington DC
The Network Engineer is
responsible for many aspects of the corporate IT infrastructure,
including the design, management, and support for hardware/software,
security, system availability, accessibility, reliability, and
recoverability under the general direction of the IT Operations Manager
and the Senior Network Engineer. He/she works closely with internal and
external technical resources and applications support teams as a
subject matter expert. He/she will coordinate activities with PSI field
offices to assist with the assessment and planning of IT infrastructure
and operational components. He/she works with moderate supervision
performing installs, modifications and repairs to network computing
hardware and software systems. He/she will demonstrate excellent
customer service, organizational, and administrative skills with special
attention to detail; the ability to manage large workloads and organize
work efficiently under moderate supervision; an ability to prioritize
and perform multiple tasks within deadlines; demonstrated ability to
work both independently and as part of a team; and full capacity for
problem-solving. This position is based in Washington, D.C., and
reports to the IT Operations Manager.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include but are not limited to:
• Serve as network engineer for corporate IT infrastructure located in Washington, DC and in distributed collocation facilities. • Provide configuration, support, and troubleshooting services for corporate infrastructure solutions. Assist senior staff with technical planning, design, and selection efforts. • Coordinate closely with PSI field staff as needed to review systems and staffing needs, to provide guidance and direction on systems implementation efforts, and to provide direct support and assistance as required. • Serve as the backup support engineer for the Lawson S3 product and all peripheral applications. • Support, configure, and troubleshoot all network devices including, but not limited to routers, firewalls, switches, web content appliances, and network storage devices. • Perform disaster recovery and backup solution support activities based on business assessment definitions and Recovery Point, and Recovery Time objectives. • Ability to work with and communicate with key decision makers in the organization to determine technology needs based on business requirements • Implement network-related IT policies, procedures and manuals.
• As needed, provide Tier 2 and 3 end-user support and call resolution support. • Up to 25% international travel may be required. • Will require scheduled after hours and weekend network / system maintenance. Responsible for rotational after hours on-call availability.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor degree in Computer Science or Information Technology (preferred). Alternatively, Bachelor degree in Engineering or Physical Science fields of study or equivalent professional experience. • Minimum 5 years experience in system and network administration in a multi-site enterprise (300+ node) environment supporting the following technologies: Microsoft Server 200x, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft SQL Server 200x, VMWare host virtualization products, Dell/HP/EMC storage solutions (both fiber channel and iSCSI), and enterprise archive/backup products. • Minimum 5 years experience supporting enterprise messaging and communications products including Microsoft Exchange 5.5 and greater, Google Apps for Business, or equivalent (e.g. Novell Groupwise, Lotus Notes.)
• Minimum 3 years internetworking management skills with Cisco internetworking products. Demonstrated hands-on experience performing switch and router configuration using supported protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, RIP, BGP, IPSEC (VPN), etc.) Demonstrated experience with DNS and DHCP configuration. • Must have strong organizational skills and multi-tasking capabilities, excellent communication skills and demonstrated project management skills for enterprise initiatives. Able to work with moderate supervision and prioritize work appropriately. • Experience in supporting global communications networks, ideally in developing countries. • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs of equipment unassisted. • Fluency in English is required. French, Spanish, or Portuguese language skills are a plus.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include but are not limited to:
• Serve as network engineer for corporate IT infrastructure located in Washington, DC and in distributed collocation facilities. • Provide configuration, support, and troubleshooting services for corporate infrastructure solutions. Assist senior staff with technical planning, design, and selection efforts. • Coordinate closely with PSI field staff as needed to review systems and staffing needs, to provide guidance and direction on systems implementation efforts, and to provide direct support and assistance as required. • Serve as the backup support engineer for the Lawson S3 product and all peripheral applications. • Support, configure, and troubleshoot all network devices including, but not limited to routers, firewalls, switches, web content appliances, and network storage devices. • Perform disaster recovery and backup solution support activities based on business assessment definitions and Recovery Point, and Recovery Time objectives. • Ability to work with and communicate with key decision makers in the organization to determine technology needs based on business requirements • Implement network-related IT policies, procedures and manuals.
• As needed, provide Tier 2 and 3 end-user support and call resolution support. • Up to 25% international travel may be required. • Will require scheduled after hours and weekend network / system maintenance. Responsible for rotational after hours on-call availability.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor degree in Computer Science or Information Technology (preferred). Alternatively, Bachelor degree in Engineering or Physical Science fields of study or equivalent professional experience. • Minimum 5 years experience in system and network administration in a multi-site enterprise (300+ node) environment supporting the following technologies: Microsoft Server 200x, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft SQL Server 200x, VMWare host virtualization products, Dell/HP/EMC storage solutions (both fiber channel and iSCSI), and enterprise archive/backup products. • Minimum 5 years experience supporting enterprise messaging and communications products including Microsoft Exchange 5.5 and greater, Google Apps for Business, or equivalent (e.g. Novell Groupwise, Lotus Notes.)
• Minimum 3 years internetworking management skills with Cisco internetworking products. Demonstrated hands-on experience performing switch and router configuration using supported protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, RIP, BGP, IPSEC (VPN), etc.) Demonstrated experience with DNS and DHCP configuration. • Must have strong organizational skills and multi-tasking capabilities, excellent communication skills and demonstrated project management skills for enterprise initiatives. Able to work with moderate supervision and prioritize work appropriately. • Experience in supporting global communications networks, ideally in developing countries. • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs of equipment unassisted. • Fluency in English is required. French, Spanish, or Portuguese language skills are a plus.
How to apply:
APPLY ONLINE at www.psi.org.
No calls or emails, please.
PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from
qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin,
sexual orientation or disability.
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