Lead Network Engineer

Responsibilities Serves as operations lead for systems in the Data center to ensure maximum availability of IS infrastructure. Monitors and ensures the integrity and optimum performance of network equipment to avoid disruptions to service. Distributes work assignments to team members and provides guidance and coordination of effort. Monitors completion and evaluates the quality of work performed. Ensures effective project management of IS projects that affect the overall productivity of the SPR work force, from the requirements phase through the implementation phase to ensure operational needs are met. Installs/monitors new network hardware and software and interacts with vendors and user community to resolve technical issues to ensure systems meet operational requirements for functional departmental use. Performs configuration management functions for all network resources by maintaining network drawings and documentation. Configuration management allows for effective problem resolution and impact analysis of changes to the infrastructure. Acts as consultant for users to solve complex IS problems. Troubleshoots, diagnoses and resolves problems and assists users in the everyday operation of complex hardware and software systems to maximize productivity. Participates in departmental budget formulation and execution to ensure IS budget is managed per IS long‑range plan as submitted to DOE. Proposes, evaluates and participates in the procurement process for information systems hardware and software. Makes final technical decisions on best‑of‑breed solutions for IS projects. Qualifications Required: Degree in Computer Science or related field and a minimum of 10 years of network experience, OR HS Diploma and 12 years of networking experience. Desired: Strong understanding of Cisco VOIP, Microsoft Teams Telephone, SIP, WAN, MPLS, server virtualization, Microsoft Domain administration, Microsoft M365 cloud services, modern/mobile device management, Windows and Linux server administration, PowerShell scripts, Citrix infrastructure administration. Certifications, licenses: Based on the assigned duties of the position, the incumbent may be required to maintain a US security clearance. Cisco, Microsoft, and VMware certification desired. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr