Data Center Network Engineer

Data Center Network Engineer

Onsite in Herndon, VA (M-F)

12-month contract

$ / hr D.O.E.

Brooksource is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Center Network Engineer to support the secure operation of data center infrastructure. This role falls under the team responsible for security and will focus on maintaining and enhancing the integrity, availability, and performance of network systems. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in IP networking, routing protocols, and data center-grade hardware, along with a strong understanding of network security principles.

Responsibilities :

• Design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructure across data centers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with security standards and operational excellence.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex network issues and drive root cause analysis.
• Monitor and optimize network performance using advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
• Document network architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Apply expert-level knowledge of IP networking fundamentals and protocols.
• Configure and maintain routing protocols including BGP and OSPF.
• Manage and support Cisco platforms (37xx, 49xx, 65xx, 73xx, 76xx) and associated supervisory / line cards.

Basic Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.