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job summary: We are actively seeking a skilled Network Engineer with expertise in datacenter operations, cloud technologies, and automation. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our network infrastructure, ensuring its seamless integration with datacenter, office network and cloud environments. If you have a background in network engineering, coupled with hands-on experience in cloud platforms and automation tools, we invite you to apply. Here's an overview of the responsibilities and qualifications: Network Infrastructure Design and Maintenance: Design, implement, and maintain robust and scalable network infrastructure to meet organizational requirements.Ensure the availability, performance, and security of the network within datacenter and cloud environments. Datacenter Operations: Manage, monitor, and optimize datacenter networking solutions for efficiency and reliability.Be a point of contact for all datacenter activities like racking/stacking of hardware, ISP management, VPN, Firewall etc. Cloud Integration: Architect, implement, and manage network solutions in public, private a3nd hybrid cloud.Ensure seamless connectivity between on-premises infrastructure and cloud resources. Automation and Orchestration: Develop and implement automation scripts and workflows to streamline network provisioning, configuration, backup, and monitoring.Utilize automation tools such as Ansible, Napalm, Terraform, or similar technologies to enhance operational efficiency. Network Security: Implement and maintain security protocols and measures to protect network infrastructure and data.Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and address vulnerabilities. Troubleshooting and Optimization: Diagnose and resolve network issues, connectivity between systems by working closely with internal team and other external stakeholders.Proactively identify opportunities for network/IT optimization, security stance and implement improvements. Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures.Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures for network and IT related tasks. Collaboration: Collaborate with cross functional teams to achieve integrated and cohesive solutions.Participate in the product development process to provide inputs for security and optimal connectivity. Continuous Learning: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in network engineering, security, datacenter management, and cloud services. WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.7+ years of experience in networking engineering, traditional datacenter, and modern cloud environments.In-depth understanding of networking principles [OSI model, subnetting], protocols [TCP/IP ], and architectures.Comprehensive knowledge of multicast concepts, including source-specific multicast (SSM), any-source multicast (ASM)Expertise in multicast routing protocols such as Protocol Independent Multicast (PIM) and Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP).Great troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve multicast, streaming, and TCP/UDP-related issues.Ability to analyze packet captures and network traces.Hands-on experience working with Cisco, Dell, Fortinet, Aruba devices.Experience setting up monitoring and backup solutions for network devices and infrastructure.Basic scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate routine tasks and configurations.Experience with automation tools for network provisioning and management.Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and network virtualization technologies.Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to analyze complex network issues.Great communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or Network+ are highly desirable.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment. Please Note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa or sponsorship and must be within reasonable commuting distance of our Arlington, VA headquarters, OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE IS: Entrepreneurial: Agile, flexible, and demonstrates strategic thinking, operational understanding, and logical judgment. Makes the most of opportunities and available resources. Exhibits propensity for continuous improvement and the ability to overcome and learn from setbacks. Adapts personal focus to team priorities. Displays a genuine curiosity & desire for perpetual learning. Results-Oriented: Focuses on delivering results with a high energy level and appropriate sense of urgency. Effectively utilizes agile working patterns and tools to manage multiple projects at a time and deliver solutions efficiently. Thinks Critically: Approaches problem-solving by balancing data with reason and experience. Critically assesses data accuracy and pertinence before moving to action. Approaches complex problems and ambiguous questions confidently with a process-oriented mindset. Embraces the "trial-and-error" approach to make and influence informed business decisions. Collaborative Communicator: Expresses ideas and effectively brings clarity to ideas through both written and verbal communications. Displays active listening skills and adapts communication style to the audience. Accountable: Owns and keeps commitments. Enforces operational rigor and discipline to set & maintain high performance standards. Self-starter in a dynamic environment.#LI-AC1   location: Arlington, Virginia job type: Permanent salary: $100,000 - 120,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors   responsibilities: Network Infrastructure Design and Maintenance: Design, implement, and maintain robust and scalable network infrastructure to meet organizational requirements.Ensure the availability, performance, and security of the network within datacenter and cloud environments. Datacenter Operations: Manage, monitor, and optimize datacenter networking solutions for efficiency and reliability.Be a point of contact for all datacenter activities like racking/stacking of hardware, ISP management, VPN, Firewall etc. Cloud Integration: Architect, implement, and manage network solutions in public, private and hybrid cloud.Ensure seamless connectivity between on-premises infrastructure and cloud resources. Automation and Orchestration: Develop and implement automation scripts and workflows to streamline network provisioning, configuration, backup, and monitoring.Utilize automation tools such as Ansible, Napalm, Terraform, or similar technologies to enhance operational efficiency. Network Security: Implement and maintain security protocols and measures to protect network infrastructure and data.Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and address vulnerabilities.   qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 7 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors  skills: Network SecurityCisco (7 years of experience is required) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.

job summary: Our Client is seeking a highly motivated AWS Infrastructure Security Engineer who will work closely with our Security Control Engineering team in evaluating the security of our enterprise web application, assist in the implementation of proper security policies and controls within our AWS infrastructure, assist in the remediation of vulnerabilities, and prepare the application for FedRAMP evaluation and certification. Qualifications: Must be a United States Citizen 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS services and architecture, including AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon EC2, Amazon S3, etc. In-depth knowledge of FedRAMP requirements, controls, and processes Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and address complex security issues. Great communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical field, or equivalent work or military experience AWS Certified Security specialist is a plus Experience with Terraform or similar "infrastructure-as-code" tool is a plus Exeperienced understanding of security frameworks such as NIST   location: HERNDON, VA, Virginia job type: Contract salary: $50 - 56 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: No Degree Required   responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive assessments of our AWS infrastructure to determine compliance with FedRAMP and SOC2 requirements.Assist in implementing security policies and controls in our AWS infrastructure.Identify security gaps and vulnerabilities within our infrastructure and develop remediation plans to address them.Assist with the remediation of security audit findings from our 3rd party vendors.Collaborate with our engineering team to implement security controls and measures necessary to achieve compliance.Provide technical expertise and guidance on FedRAMP and SOC2 requirements, policies, and procedures.Provide assistance in gathering evidence that necessary for preparing the FedRAMP documentation.Work with our engineering team to implement FIPS security controls.   qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 3 years of experienceEducation: No Degree Required  skills: Amazon Web Services (AWS) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.

job summary: Senior Systems Engineer Essential Duties Include Design, implement and support Linux computing systems hardware and software infrastructure.Administer and maintain Linux server operating systems and related software within a complex computer environment.Design and implement robust and secure IT solutions within a fast paced research environment using open source tools.Provision bare metal and/or virtual server installation and configure.Perform OS upgrades and patching.Work closely and collaborate with other team members to ensure optimal server functionality and infrastructure systems availability.Build new and maintain existing technical documentation.Perform network administration, security monitoring as well as backup and redundancy procedures.Identify organizational needs and research and develop solutions to address these needs.Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures.Contribute to and maintain system standards and security posture in accordance with security best practices.Maintains knowledge, skills and abilities through attendance at seminars and workshops, the review of professional literature and best practices.Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.   location: Rockville, Maryland job type: Permanent salary: $90,000 - 146,500 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors   responsibilities: Essential Duties Include Design, implement and support Linux computing systems hardware and software infrastructure.Administer and maintain Linux server operating systems and related software within a complex computer environment.Design and implement robust and secure IT solutions within a fast paced research environment using open source tools.Provision bare metal and/or virtual server installation and configure.Perform OS upgrades and patching.Work closely and collaborate with other team members to ensure optimal server functionality and infrastructure systems availability.Build new and maintain existing technical documentation.Perform network administration, security monitoring as well as backup and redundancy procedures.Identify organizational needs and research and develop solutions to address these needs.Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures.Contribute to and maintain system standards and security posture in accordance with security best practices.Maintains knowledge, skills and abilities through attendance at seminars and workshops, the review of professional literature and best practices.Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.   qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 7 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors (required)  skills: Linux (8 years of experience is required) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.