NETWORK TECHNICIAN
CONTRACT - W2 USC / GREEN CARD ONLY
ON SITE - 4050 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, FL
Responsibility
- Leverage technology to monitor and manage the Department’s network continuously to identify and address any performance issues, bottlenecks, or security threats.
- Perform ongoing maintenance tasks to include, but not limited to, installing patches, updates, and security fixes to keep the network up-to-date and secure.
- Assist with configuration changes to firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, virtual private networks, and the development of security policies and procedures.
- Assist with the configuration and optimization of routers, switches, and access points to ensure efficient and reliable operations.
- Assist with the development and implementation of strategies for migration from On-premise to Cloud Network.
- Analyze and manage network performance and provide the Department with weekly reports, per section 4.3, Weekly Reports, of this SOW.
- Work with the Department to develop disaster recovery plans to ensure network resilience in the face of disasters or disruptions.
- Provide around-the-clock support.
- Provide consultation relating to technology trends, network architecture, and strategic planning.
Qualifications and Experience :
- Be able to pass a State of Florida criminal background screening
- Possess excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of individuals including, but not limited to, the following : executives, managers, and subject matter experts.
- Possess excellent technical writing skills, including the ability to write complex reports, plans, and briefings.
- Possess strong organizational skills.
- Have a deep understanding of networking technologies, including LAN, WAN, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networks.
- Possess a proven track record of successfully managing networks for clients in diverse industries.
- Be well-versed in implementing and managing security measures, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and virtual private networks (VPNs)
- Have experience working in Azure or similar cloud platforms, including developing and implementing security plans and migration strategies.
- Have experience provisioning resources in the Cloud (Virtual machines, databases, networking components, storage).
- Have experience configuring virtual networks (setting up subnets, security groups, network traffic routing).
- Have experience configuring access controls in Azure Active Directory or equivalent.
- Be adept at utilizing network monitoring tools and analyzing network performance metrics to identify and address issues proactively.
- Be able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical individuals, understand client requirements, and provide timely updates and reports.
- Possess industry certifications, such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), CompTIA Network+, and Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA), among others.
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