Network Engineer

Kforce has a client in Jacksonville, FL that is seeking a Network Engineer that provides advanced troubleshooting, participates in an On-Call rotation, along with coordinating hardware and software changes to ensure maintenance and support of Network environment. Responsibilities span the enterprise datacenters along with the campus environments. Summary:The Network Engineer will define project requirements, estimate project tasks, and provide industry knowledge in performing basic and advanced tasks associated with administering network components. They will provide high-level input to system architecture changes, assist in recommending technology platforms and provide support for various IT projects. Responsibilities:

• Responsible for LAN and WAN equipment and circuit maintenance

• Perform network design analysis and configuration validation

• Assists in developing documentation and training materials

• Develop and maintain documentation, which may include as-built drawings, circuit inventory, equipment inventory, configurations, and training materials

• Serves as technical specialist in network problems and emergencies; assists in troubleshooting and resolution of network production problems

• Evaluate utilization, growth requirements, and technology requirements for network systems

• Perform project work and assignments as assigned

• Maintain and monitor network operations, expansion, and potential abuse through enterprise network intrusion detection system, firewalls, and VPN devices

• Perform network capacity planning and performance analyses

• Analyze and understand client's IT requirements, organization functions, and decision making processes to prioritize daily tasks and assignments

• Accurately document instances of hardware failure, repair, installation, and removal

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or Information Technology required; Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of degree

• 5 years of technology focused experience required

• On-Call rotation required

• Expertise in Arista, Fortinet, Aruba, Cisco, Citrix ADC & Solarwinds is desired

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

*Compensation Type:YearsMinimum Compensation:102000.00Maximum Compensation:*138000.00