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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Network Engineer in Madison, WI.
Essential Functions:
Network Operations:
- Install, configure, and maintain network infrastructure devices and applications
- Ensure all network devices comply with industry best practices and follow internal security policies
- Network Engineer will follow published policies for device patching and security vulnerability remediation
- Maintain asset inventory of network devices and support contracts
- Understand networking protocols such as BGP, EIGRP, and OSPF
- Provide tier one and tier two support
- Deep understanding of network security best practices
- Manage relationships with service providers, VARs, and software/infrastructure vendors
Security:
- Adhere to vendor best practices and compliance requirements
- Develop an automation strategy for patch and device configuration delivery that meets the credit union defined objectives for operation and security
- Understand intrusion prevention and detection systems
- Follow established incident response plans and standards
- Professionally handle obscene or offensive material
Measured Outcomes:
- Adhere to internal and external measurements to demonstrate the effectiveness of the technical operations and their impact
- Adhere to metrics that demonstrate the adequacy and compliance to company security objectives relative to areas within scope
- Supporting a culture of transparency, develop and publish metrics on overall team performance and system effectiveness relative to company objectives and norms
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in IT-related field and four years of IT experience, or five years of progressive professional Information Technology experience and demonstrated strong technical acumen through technical certification
- Training and certification in Microsoft, AWS, and networking is a plus
- Technical Background
- Working knowledge of enterprise management tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and CloudFormation
- Working knowledge of Azure, Active Directory, and management techniques for both on-prem and cloud environments
- Working knowledge of various virtualization technologies
- Experience with Splunk or Elastic is preferred
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.