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Network Engineer III
Network Engineer IIIElectronic Systems, Inc. • Chesapeake, VA, US
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Network Engineer III

Network Engineer III

Electronic Systems, Inc. • Chesapeake, VA, US
21 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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Our client is in need of a Network Engineer III for a 6-month engagement with the possibility to convert to full-time. This Network Engineer III will be responsible for finalizing the design and implementation of a BGP network that will serve as the backbone of our ISP. This position targets senior-level individuals who have designed and operated provider-grade networks , not just enterprise environments.

Core Attributes

  • Hands-On Implementation : Configure routers / switches, troubleshoot, and operationalize the design.
  • Vendor Experience : Cisco IOS-XR, Palo Alto NGFW, Infoblox, Nutanix, or comparable platforms.
  • Monitoring & Documentation : NOC dashboards, SNMP / NetFlow, detailed runbooks, and network diagrams.
  • Collaboration : Work effectively across city departments (Public Safety, Public Works, Schools, Libraries) and external providers.

Soft Skills

  • Strong communication skills to explain complex designs to varied stakeholders.
  • Problem-solving mindset for escalations and critical incidents.
  • Background in municipal broadband or public sector networks is a plus.
  • Core Technical Requirements

  • BGP Expertise : Design, configure, and maintain BGP routing across multiple peers, including route reflection, policy controls, and failover scenarios.
  • Network Architecture : Design scalable, redundant ISP-grade networks across core, distribution, and edge layers.
  • Security : Knowledge of securing BGP sessions (MD5 authentication, prefix filtering, RPKI), firewall integration, and DDoS mitigation.
  • Protocols & ISP Operations : OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, VPNs, QoS, IPv4 / IPv6 management, peering agreements, DNS / DHCP / IPAM.
  • Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

  • Contract
  • Job function

  • Information Technology
  • Industries

  • Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
  • Virginia Beach, VA

    $86,177.00-$125,000.00

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