Network Engineer Edge Solutions

Harrisburg, PA 17112

Posted: 05/15/2024 Job Category: Network Engineer / Administrator Job Number: 1939

Job Description

Network Engineer Edge Solutions Opportunity For Your Consideration

Become a member of a growing team of Information Technology professionals making an impact and providing solutions for Government and Commercial clients since 1996 – Join the Domino Tech Team!

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The Position:
Client: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – Department Of Corrections (DOC)
Position Title: DOC – Network Engineer Edge Solutions XXX (XXXXXX)
Location: Hybrid Remote Off-Site and On-Site (as required) in Harrisburg, PA
Duration: Initial term through 06/30/2025 (+ Annual Renewal in 1-Year Terms)

Note:  Position is primarily remote off-site as an option, as is the option to work from a structured office setting at the nearest approved Commonwealth-owned facility.  Occasional attendance at various meetings, conferences, and training sessions, as well as overnight travel, may be required.  Candidates must currently reside within a reasonable commutable distance (1-hour/50-miles) of Harrisburg, PA.  This position requires an in-depth background check, including fingerprinting and requires successful results.

This position is with the Edge Networking Control team within the Network, Unified Telecommunications, and Security Operations (NUTSO) division under the Pennsylvania Office of Administration (OA).  The purpose of this position is to provide multiple tier network support to highly complex edge networks for all agencies within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.  The Edge Networking Group is comprised of three teams: Edge Networking Operations, Control, and Solutions.  Each team has different objectives and responsibilities.  The Edge Networking Control team’s primary focus includes but is not limited to planned changes, event/incident management, field/specialty network support and design, interfacing with business partners offering direct operational agency support, wireless network management, and pilot execution.

The selected candidate will be responsible for providing technical support for planning, designing, maintaining, and integrating local and wide area network infrastructure and will have input into the edge networking architecture deployed throughout the Enterprise.  The selected candidate must be able to communicate well and needs to be a highly technical and eager individual with numerous years of experience in a large environment.  CCNA and CCNP certificates or higher are preferred, but candidates with demonstrable levels of commensurate hands-on experience will be considered.

- Installs, configures, maintains, and manages network infrastructure consisting primarily of switches, routers, firewalls, Silver Peak SD-WAN edge appliances, wireless infrastructure, cellular-based appliances, and all associated hardware and software.
- Performs network management functions utilizing various industry tools to monitor, test, verify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex network problems by working with users, service providers, business partners, and others to resolve problems.
- Assists the Edge Networking Solutions team in the planning and design of LAN/WAN network architecture including: Network bandwidth analysis and capacity planning and Detailed specifications and schematic engineering drawings for network enhancements and modifications.
- Assists in the execution of planned deployments and upgrades and supports change management efforts within the edge networking group.
- Coordinates change management efforts with the Edge Networking Operations and Solutions teams.
- Participates in Service Now trouble ticket resolution and reporting.
- Ensures that assigned edge networking trouble tickets or incidents follow established processes and are fully documented within Service Now.
- Provides tier 2 support for widespread events/ incidents to customers and other networking teams as needed.
- Proactively identifies and troubleshoots issues related to complex network problems and works them to resolution, including communication to other networking teams.
- Participates with the Edge Networking Control team in the evaluation of, and makes recommendations on, new and emerging technologies as part of the ongoing hardware refresh cycles championed by the Edge Networking Solutions team.
- Evaluates current and future network needs and prepares technical solutions and recommendations.
- Reviews the development of configuration standards.
- Assists in the design of highly complex networks as well as makes recommendations to optimize the edge network for maximum efficiency.
- Ensures that all existing and new networks meet or exceed the security requirements set forth by OA.
- Assists in the creation of Visio diagrams of the edge network to document new and existing network elements, especially those deemed specialty/ field networks.
- Maintains documentation for the configuration of network components including setup, installation, and overall deployment of network hardware and software.
- Supports remote IT staff with network-related issues and deployments.
- Supports agency operations staff and business partners with network-related issues as needed.
- Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with other employees, vendors, and business partners.
- Maintains an understanding of various protocols including BGP, EIGRP, HSRP, and VRRP.
- Maintains a working knowledge of network monitoring tools and automation.
- Performs other duties as required.

The Preferred Skills and Experience:
- 5+ Years: Network Switching
- 4+ Years: Network Routing
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to work from a step ladder.
- 3+ Years: CCNA/CCNP is highly desired
- 2+ Years: SD-WAN experience is desired

The Company:
The mission of Domino Technologies, Inc. is to provide clients with IT solutions for their individual business processes that lead to strategic market advantages.  Since its founding in 1996, the Domino Tech Team has built a solid record of performance working with clients in the Government and Commercial sectors.

The Perks:
- Excellent Market Salary
- Competitive Benefits
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
- Positive Work-Life Balance

The Location:
Domino Technologies is based in the Harrisburg area – the capital city of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the county seat of Dauphin County.  Located on the east bank of the Susquehanna River, Harrisburg is the anchor of the Susquehanna Valley metropolitan area.

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Meet Your Recruiter

Jason Prough
Senior Account Executive

Jason is a Senior member of our recruiting team and has a strong commitment and a proven record of both client and candidate satisfaction. He strives to build long-lasting relationships with both the candidates and clients by listening, understanding and addressing their needs. 

Jason came to Domino Technologies in February of 2018 after retiring from the USAF where he spent the last eleven years of his military career in Recruiting and as a Recruiting and Retention Manager for the Pennsylvania Air National Guard.  In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends and being outdoors anywhere from the mountains to the beach.

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