We have an outstanding Contract position for a Principal Infrastructure Engineer. This position is 100% remote.
Pay Rate: $55.00 to $80.00
**US Citizenship is required.**
**Candidate must possess an Active Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.**
Job Responsibilities:
Network Architecture & Operations:
- Design, configure, and manage network infrastructure, including switches, routers, and automation tools.
- Support the development and optimization of customer network requirements, leveraging Extensible Operating System (EOS) and CloudVision.
- Implement network automation using Python, Ansible, or CloudVision APIs to streamline configuration management and monitoring.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex Layer 2/3 network issues within environments.
- Propose and implement system enhancements to improve the performance, scalability, and reliability of network integrations.
- Support day-to-day operations, upgrades, and patching of infrastructure.
Collaboration & Documentation:
- Participate in the development and support of customer technical requirements across network and application delivery domains.
- Collaborate with cross-functional technology teams to achieve shared goals.
- Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, procedures, and operational runbooks.
Basic Hiring Criteria:
- 5+ years of experience in network engineering, with demonstrated expertise.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
- Strong understanding of routing, switching, network security, and automation in data center or cloud architectures.
Desired Qualifications:
- Arista Certifications: ACE: L1–L3 or equivalent experience.
- DoD Certification: IAT Level II (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.).
- Soft Skills: Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills; strong ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment.
Benefits offered vary by contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, and affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.