GDH · 10 hours ago
Tier 3 Network Engineer
Herndon, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$40/hr - $45/hrGDH is a company focused on managing and troubleshooting complex network systems. The role involves investigating network issues, developing scripts for stability, and managing vendor relationships to ensure smooth network operations.
ConsultingEmploymentStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Investigate and manage follow-up activities to determine root causes of network issues and verify vendor fixes or design changes for implementation
Develop scripts to identify defect signatures and define non-intrusive recovery processes for network stability
Manage equipment and software vendor relationships, including tracking objectives and providing feedback during maintenance contract negotiations
Plan and prepare for the integration of new technology, including reviewing lab designs, and testing equipment and software certification
Create troubleshooting guides and deliver knowledge transfer to support team members on new network designs and technologies
Gather and analyze network element data to validate improvements and assess the impact of field changes
Perform risk management related to the deployment of new network technology and assist with troubleshooting and acceptance of new IT services
Utilize network diagnostic tools for fault management, configuration, performance, and security monitoring
Conduct network performance analysis, capacity planning, and evaluate configuration options to optimize network health
Lead or support technical initiatives, providing expertise and guidance to less experienced personnel
Qualification
Required
Proven ability to work with Cisco routers and switches, including IOS configuration, upgrades, and replacements
Strong knowledge of routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, GDOI, IPSEC, GetVPN, multicast, ACLs, and GRE tunnels
Experience with Layer 1 and Layer 2 technologies including T1, T3, OC3, frame relay, satellite, microwave, wireless, and protocol analysis
Solid understanding of network design, analysis, and implementation practices
Familiarity with Ethernet circuits, dot1Q encapsulation, RF, and signaling techniques
Excellent documentation and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to create detailed guides and procedures
Strong communication, interpersonal, and technical leadership capabilities
This position is based in office and requires employee to work on-site
Company
GDH
GDH is consulting staffing firm that specializes in providing IT engineering-based candidates to commercial and government sectors.
Founded in 2001
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2023 (4)
2022 (2)
2021 (2)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Blaine Caples
Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
Recent News
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