Systems Engineer III
PlanIT Group is seeking a Systems Engineer III for our Federal customer in the Raleigh, NC area. The ideal candidate will perform enterprise and local level LAN/WAN monitoring and propose enhancements that increase performance/reduce costs. This individual will be expected to work independently or semi-independently with a minimum of guidance or direction.
Responsibilities will include:
- Implement and maintain LAN configurations, protocols, and inventory.
- Troubleshoot and resolve LAN connectivity issues, including, but not limited to, switches, routers, and cabling.
- Document troubleshooting steps and solutions for future reference.
- Assist Tier 1 support in diagnosing and resolving LAN-related problems.
- Provide Tier 2 support for LAN-related incidents and service requests escalated from Tier 1.
- Collaborate with Tier 3 LAN Engineers for complex issue resolution.
- Perform duties in support of the mission as directed by USPS Management.
- Typically performs all functional duties independently.
Required Skills:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in LAN support.
- Proficiency in LAN protocols and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol).
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Understanding of LAN security standards and methodologies.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a team mindset.
- Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
- Continuous learning and staying up to date with the latest trends, technologies, and industry developments in the LAN Engineering field.
Desired Skills:
- Experience with IP Address Management Systems to include voice VLAN sizing.
- Experience performing switch acceptance for new field sites.
- Experience determining whether additional measures are required beyond those provided by the infrastructure tools being deployed.
- Experience with other wireless solutions such as Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Juniper Mist, and Fortinet.
Education: A minimum of eight (8) to twelve (12) years' relevant experience. A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the individual's degree is not in the applicable field, then four additional years of related experience is required.
Additional Provisions:
- Must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance.
- Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.
- All candidates must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident only. Candidate must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.
- Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded.