Network Engineer- Hybrid 3 days Herndon, VA

Network Engineer

The Network Engineer will be accountable for the evaluation, design, and day-to-day operations of the enterprise network infrastructure. This is a hands-on role, responsible for assessing complex network requirements and delivering efficient, reliable solutions through design, implementation, and ongoing maintenance.

The company is located in Herndon, VA and will be a hybrid model of 3 days onsite a week.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Develop, implement, and document processes for network infrastructure, including:
  • Performance monitoring
  • Troubleshooting and helpdesk response
  • Capacity planning (utilization, availability, growth trends)
  • Network design, configuration, and standards
  • 24/7 support, escalation, and SLA models
  • IMAC (installation, move, add, change) services for network components
  • Change management methodology and communication strategy
• Diagnose and resolve incidents; perform corrective actions and root cause analysis.
• Oversee the configuration, testing, installation, modification, and maintenance of all network communication components (switches, routers, circuits, wireless, VoIP, etc.).
• Prioritize and organize work requests based on departmental needs and system criticality.
• Manage vendor relationships for evaluation, installation, upgrades, repairs, and preventive maintenance of network infrastructure components.
• Serve as a Network Subject Matter Expert (SME) and advisor to teams such as Endpoint Management, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, and Systems Administration.
• Lead and conduct system analysis and design, developing detailed requirements for new network infrastructure solutions.
• Maintain accountability for end-user satisfaction.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of IT experience, with at least 4 years in networking/telecom within a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on experience with routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, wireless, VPN, and other network hardware.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP and related networking protocols.
• Familiarity with telephony, desktop operating systems, and server environments.
• Proven organizational skills and experience in similar roles.
• Advanced expertise in designing and implementing secure network architectures, standards, and practices.
• Experience with firewalls, IDS, and 24/7 network monitoring.
• Strong background in enterprise and data center security policy design and deployment.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work independently in high-pressure environments.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated leadership with experience managing a technical team of 4+ members.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.
This position doesn’t provide sponsorship.

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.