Network Engineer

Network EngineerApex Systems has an immediate need for a Network Engineer for a large government client of ours!! Please see the role overview below and apply here if interested!Title: Network EngineerLocation(s): 100% on site in Colorado Springs, CODuration: Direct hire/permanentSalary Range: $130,000 - $150,000 annually (10-15% bonus potential annually)In this role, you will take the lead in designing, coordinating, and executing test plans to ensure seamless implementation and interoperability of products within the customer's legacy network. Additionally, you will serve as the local subject matter expert (SME), contributing to standards development, interpreting customer requirements, and guiding network modernization efforts.You will report to the Senior Manager while working closely with the Project Manager and Sales Account Manager responsible for this customer account.How You Will Contribute:Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to understand project requirements and provide support for network architecture design and implementation.Develop and execute test plans to validate equipment functionality, interoperability, security, and performance based on customer requirements.Translate test results into actionable implementation plans and provide expert engineering support during deployment focused on Layer 2/3 but including Layer 0/1Perform pre-commissioning activities in customer labs or staging facilities, including:Support greenfield network implementation by commissioning equipment, optimizing span/channel parameters, and ensuring seamless deployment.Turn up network services following Ciena best practices, including performing end-to-end circuit testing to ensure error-free operation.Perform basic electrical tasks and determine when specialized contractors are required.Provide customer guidance and operational training on Ciena Network Management Systems (NMS), including tasks such as:Enrolling network elements.Creating device profiles.Configuring backups.Provisioning services.Escalate and resolve issues with Ciena platforms in accordance with Ciena procedures.Collaborate with customer and internal technical teams to analyze optical performance and escalate anomalies to appropriate stakeholders.Deliver accurate documentation for configuration, provisioning, and testing results as part of project deliverables.Strong understanding of:Ethernet architecture, provisioning, and implementation.IP/MPLS/L3 protocols, including MPLS-TPFamiliarity with SONET, DWDM, ROADM/nOADM is a plusFamiliarity with Network Management Systems (NMS), including Ciena MCP/Navigator.Familiarity with low-speed network access interfaces and terminations (DS0, T1, E-1, DS-3, OC-3, OC-12, OC-48).Knowledge of fiber optics, including:ISP (patches and connectors).OSP (fiber characterization and OTDR familiarity).Ability to work in a lab environment. Read/follow network diagrams, cabling guides, signal flow diagrams.A diverse Telecommunications background, strong hands-on technical experience, organizational and interpersonal skills.Willingness to assist team members with other projects as required.EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.