Network Engineer V

BCForward is currently seeking a onsite motivated Network Engineer V at multiple locations, USA.

Position Title: Network Engineer V

Location: Multiple locations, USA (Onsite)

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCForward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: [>%3D40 weeks] [Contract] [Onsite].

Pay Range: $100 - $110/hr. on W2.

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Title: Network Engineer V

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Multiple locations

Job Description:

• ENSO is seeking two (2) Contingent Workers (CWs) to provide staff augmentation to the existing Network Engineers, Operations & Support (FTEs) supporting Lab network deployment and operations. The CW will work closely with XFN's and MSP's in the execution deployment and network migrations. An approximate split of focus will be 50% Project Management/execution and 50% technical with emphasis on switched and routed networks.

  Skills:

• Network Operations and Deployment experience: Knowledge of IP, Transport and CDN Networks Technologies and Service Management functions.
• Experience in managing complex migration projects
• Technical knowledge of routers, switches, routing protocols and circuit troubleshooting
• Configuring and troubleshooting routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS)
• Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/UDP, DHCP, DNS) and experience with IPv4 and IPv6.
• Understanding of protocols used in Data Center networks such as ZTP and EVPN-VXLAN
• Time management and program management skills: experience managing multiple projects simultaneously within a constrained time schedule.
• Interpersonal skills, including relationship building and collaboration within a diverse, cross-functional team of key stakeholder management and business leaders.
• Resourceful, action-orientated with the experience in getting things done and overcoming obstacles and developing creative solutions to problems.
• Experience applying a broad and comprehensive understanding of multiple network functional areas and their underlying business principles
• Work experience in designing, deploying, and operating large-scale networks.
• Assist in maintaining additional infrastructure such as compute and storage systems, monitoring systems, and test equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of various scripting languages
• Experience with process improvement and systems development, leveraging automation to streamline repetitive workflows.
• Nice to have: Working knowledge of Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning models
• Experience working in a Data Center, DC architecture and issues related to data center networks.
• Experience with Optical Transport Network technologies.
• Proven ability to analyze complex situations, troubleshoot and root cause system issues, and solve problems efficiently.
• Experience with revision control systems (e.g., Git) is a plus

Minimum Years of Experience:

• 10+

  Must-Have Skills:

• Network Operations and Deployment experience: Knowledge of IP, Transport, and CDN Networks Technologies and Service Management functions.
• Technical knowledge of routers, switches, routing protocols, and circuit troubleshooting: Configuring and troubleshooting routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS).
• Time management and program management skills: Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously within a constrained time schedule.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Deep knowledge of various scripting languages: Experience with process improvement and systems development, leveraging automation to streamline repetitive workflows.
• Working knowledge of Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning models: Understanding of AI/ML concepts and their applications in network operations.
• Experience with Optical Transport Network technologies: Knowledge of optical transport networks and their integration with IP networks.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and operate large-scale networks
• Configure and troubleshoot routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS)
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously within a constrained time schedule
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve network issues
• Analyze complex situations, troubleshoot, and root cause system issues
• Develop creative solutions to problems and implement them
• Assist in maintaining additional infrastructure such as compute and storage systems, monitoring systems, and test equipment
• Continuously monitor and improve network performance and reliability
• Document network configurations, processes, and procedures
• Participate in on-call rotation for network support and maintenance.

Degrees/Certifications:

• None specific
• Working in data centers previously
• Understand what those data center processes are.

BCForward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCForward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCForward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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