Network Switching Design Engineer IV New Orleans, LA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=New+Orleans+LA+USA+70112) Job Type Full-time Description If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity in the IT, engineering, software development, logistics, and project management fields, Linchpin Solutions is the place to be! We are currently hiring for a dynamic and experienced Network Switching Design Engineer IV. Clearance:Active DoD Secret Clearance Work Schedule:Fulltime, Onsite M-F. Role Overview: In this role, you will assist the government lead in the daily engineering duties on systems. You will perform general local area network (LAN) base area network (BAN) administration, schedule conversions and cutovers, evaluate and design identification hardware and software, troubleshoot LAN/BAN/WAN and other network related problems. General Skillset + Experience with Microsoft Office + Verbal and written communication skills + Ability to work both collaboratively and individually + Critical Thinking Skills + Ability to give presentations and briefings as needed Specific Skillset + Assist the Government Lead in the daily engineering duties on systems. + Perform general Local Area Network (LAN)/Base Area Network (BAN)/Wide Area Network (WAN) administration. + Schedule conversions and cutovers. + Evaluate and design communication hardware and software, troubleshoot LAN/BAN/WAN and other network related problems. + Execute LAN/BAN and Data Center Switching network design, integration, and implementation. + Develop, update, track, and perform Internet Protocol (IP) scheme and address management. + Assist with the development and integration of identity and access management requirements. + Support engineering and design of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services; enabling telephone system to interface between data services and the network with an unlimited local connection. + Enforce Department of Defense (DoD) Unified Capabilities Requirements and monitor security updates in accordance with Government procedures. + Operate standard Active Directory (AD) services plus the availability to use Windows Light Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) services for network devices and appliances. + Monitor and optimize replication speed of directory services. + Oversee Rights Management Services for administrators, users, and groups. + Design, Develop, and Integrate application networking ports and protocols, Information Assurance (IA), routing and LAN. Perform Integration with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) certificates and network accounts to support two-factor authentication for all Active Directory (AD) domain account categories and eliminate the need for password-based authentication. + Design, Develop, and Integrate network switching utilizing LAN, BAN, Trunking, Port Channels and Virtual Local Area Network (VLANs) and network security utilizing VLANs, Access Control Lists (ACLs), and Layer 2 Virtual Private Network (L2 VPNs). + Design and integrate multivendor solutions utilizing Cisco, Juniper, Brocade and other vendor technologies. Requirements Education & Certifications + Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field. + Must possess Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) version 3 Foundation certification. + Must possess professional-level certifications in one or more technology-related vendor solutions such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing and Switching, CCNP Data Center, Juniper Networks Certified Internet Professional (JNCIP), or equivalent Certification. Experience Requirements + 10+ years of Network Engineering experience. + Experience with the performance, design, configuration, and testing of complex large-scale computer networks. + Experience with Domain Name Server (DNS) and Dynamic Host Configuration Portal (DHCP). Build Your Career With Us Linchpin Solutions’ professional services organization is committed to delivering qualified candidates that meet or exceed clients’ technical and management expectations. Our growth means exciting career opportunities for talented professionals in IT, engineering, software development, logistics, project management, and other key areas. We provide personnel that become valuable assets to the organizations they serve and contribute to the overall skill diversity and strength of the Linchpin Team. Career Choices Linchpin’s success comes from the talent and commitment of our professionals. As one team, we share the challenges and rewards that come from growing the company, which reinforces our culture of ownership. All of our professionals benefit from the value we collectively create. Pay Transparency Statement: Linchpin Solutions is committed to compliance with applicable pay transparency laws and regulations. Final compensation for any position will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to: + Relevant prior work experience + Education and certifications + Specific skills and competencies + Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates + Geographic location While salary ranges may be provided for a position, these ranges are not a guarantee of final compensation, which may vary based on individual qualifications and the specific requirements of the contract. Benefits: In addition to competitive compensation, Linchpin Solutions offers a variety of benefits, including: + Health, dental, and vision insurance + 401(k) plan with company matching + Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) + Company-funded disability and life insurance + Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays + Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Educational assistance and parental leave Please note that the specific benefits and compensation details may vary depending on the employee’s position, date of hire, and contract terms. Cyber Security Message Linchpin Solutions follows a specific recruiting practice to protect all candidates. We will never request any financial information immediately. Do not reveal confidential or sensitive information without ensuring the request is coming from Linchpin Solutions directly. 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