Data Center Senior Network Technician

Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking a Data Center Senior Network Technician to support the IT program at a major national laboratory.

Planning and execute network installations in accordance with customer orders, technical specifications, and industry standards.
• Analyze installation requirements, order and gather necessary equipment, supplies, and tools, and assess installation sites to ensure successful deployments.
• Prepare installation diagrams, establishing voice and data networks. Installing networking equipment such as routers, switches, multiplexors.
• Activate remote access tools, and coordinate with customers to ensure seamless integration of systems.
• Verify service by testing circuits, equipment, and alarms, identifying and correcting issues or escalating them as necessary. Document and label equipment and cables, record configuration diagrams and specifications, and maintain a safe work environment by adhering to codes, standards, and legal regulations.
• Utilizing the customer's ticketing system, you will track and update all work performed.
• A basic understanding of layer 2/3 technology and networking troubleshooting. Adhere to the customer's best practices and procedures when installing cabling and equipment.
• Provide reports, complete requests for new service, and determine the methodology for networking services. Providing on-site support and participating in on-call rotations for critical incidents.
• Contribute to the overall success of data center networking projects ensuring high-quality service delivery.

• Associates degree in relevant discipline plus minimum 3 years or more years of directly related experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the job.
• Must have an Active DOE Q Security Clearance
• Must be US Citizen

Required Skills:

• Firewall: Proficient in configuring and managing enterprise firewall security policies.
• DaaS: Experienced in supporting and maintaining cloudbased DesktopasaService environments.
• VLAN: Skilled in designing and administering VLANs for segmentation and traffic optimization.
• Network Port Configuration: Capable of configuring and troubleshooting switch ports in data center environments.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear technical documentation and collaboration.
• Independent Work: Able to work with minimal supervision in fastpaced operational settings.
• SelfStarter: Demonstrates initiative and drives tasks to completion proactively.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities for complex network issues.
• TACACS: Experienced in implementing and managing TACACS/TACACS+ for secure device access control.