Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission
Sr. Data Network Engineer
Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission, Laurel, Maryland, United States, 20724
Position Information
Functional TitleSr. Data Network Engineer
Recruitment Category TypeStandard
Functional CategoryInformation Technology
GradeIT.16
FLSA StatusExempt
Requisition Number26-0080
Number of Vacancies1
Job LevelNon-Management
Job CodeN/A
Job Description Summary
Organization NameIT Infrastructure Services
Reports toSection Manager, Voice & Data Networks
Full or Part TimeFull Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
Regular Mon-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm , non-regular weekends, off duty hours and emergency work assigned by manager requirements apply.
Position LocationLaurel
Position Summary Information
General Summary
This is a non-merit system, employment-at-will, long-term contract position.
TheSr. Data Network Engineeris responsible for thearchitecture, implementation, maintenance and troubleshooting support of the network communicationsat WSSC Water. The Sr. Data Network Engineer will take on responsibilities in areas of administration, engineering, architecture, monitoring and troubleshooting of routers, switches, firewalls, VPN , load balancers and DNS and DHCP appliances and work collaboratively with IT team members on technology project implementations. This Sr. Data Network Engineer will also develop and maintain documentation, including addressing plans, network topology diagrams, rack elevation, data flows and variables.
Essential Functions
Designs, deploys, maintains, optimizes and troubleshoots enterprise class networks comprising of routers, switches, firewalls, and load-balancers
Plans and executes network changes, network hardware and software upgrades, refreshes and replacements
Minimize network latency and maximize data throughput through design analysis and network performance monitoring
Ability to demonstrate and design within the scope of security requirements
Provides technical and problem resolution support related to network hardware and software
Supports the existing infrastructure and assists in designing and deploying data network solutions in support of both business and technical initiatives
Utilizes network monitoring and management tools to evaluate the status of the environment daily, performs capacity planning, network analysis and optimization
Develops and maintains documentation, including addressing plans, network topology diagrams, rack elevation, data flows and other technical documentation in a comprehensive and timely manner
Works with IT security and Enterprise Architects to architect and implement required network security infrastructure
Evaluates, selects and makes recommendations for data networking equipment, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers and other hardware and software solutions, ensuring that these products support WSSC Water enterprise network initiatives
Delivers periodic reports concerning network metrics including, but not limited to, network uptime statistics, bandwidth consumption, network link utilization, and outages for both network links and network equipment
Provides project management for network upgrades and new installations
Works with ISPs and circuit providers to bring up circuits and to resolve data communications issues as they arise
Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other Functions
Assists in the development and implementation of a preventive maintenance program
Provides support for cable plant management for data circuits in areas of testing, installations, and disconnections
Stays abreast of the latest trends in data equipment, technologies, and trends and make recommendations regarding user, design, and implementation based on analysis
Performs other related duties as assigned
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Business casual work environment
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Advanced knowledge of network infrastructure components, including Citrix & Netmotion VPN , Cisco networking products, and various standard routing protocols ( EIGRP , OSPF , BGP , etc.)
Advanced technical knowledge of networking and security, such as routing, DNS / DHCP , Cloudflare, Checkpoint Cisco firewall configurations
Strong knowledge of network analysis, including understanding of the OSI model, packet decodes, common protocols, familiarity with analysis utilities, such as those for network performance monitoring and network protocol analyzers systems
Basic knowledge of cable plant design & implementation
Knowledge of Citrix application load balancing, QoS, VoIP solutions
Advanced knowledge of Cloud Networking
Advanced knowledge of high-availability technologies and techniques
Knowledge of network and system monitoring technologies ( SMNP , SolarWinds, etc.)
Knowledge of transmission mediums such as cloud-based Wi-Fi systems (Meraki), Transparent LAN Services ( TLS ), Private IP ( PIP ), fiber optics and microwave wireless communications
Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities
Excellent skills in documentation of systems and procedures
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology or other related field)
Active CCNP Certification
8+ years direct hands on experience configuring, deploying, maintaining, and testing Cisco IOS , Cisco NXOS based routers and switches and Cisco ISE Experience in enterprise network operations, project applications, and project management
Hands-on experience with network routing protocols like EIGRP , BGP & OSPF ; and switching technologies like Spanning Tree, EtherChannel, Port Security, and 802.1X, etc.
Experience in system monitoring technologies i.e. SNMP (i.e. SolarWinds, etc.) to proactively monitor infrastructure environments
Experience with DNS Server (Infoblox )
Experience with application Citrix load-balancing and Citrix Global Server Load Balancing ( GSLB )
OR
High school diploma or equivalent
Active CCNP Certification
12+ years direct hands on experience configuring, deploying, maintaining, and testing Cisco IOS , Cisco NXOS based routers and switches and Cisco ISE Experience in enterprise network operations, project applications, and project management
Hands-on experience with network routing protocols like EIGRP , BGP & OSPF ; and switching technologies like Spanning Tree, EtherChannel, Port Security, and 802.1X, etc.
Experience in system monitoring technologies i.e. SNMP (i.e. SolarWinds, etc.) to proactively monitor infrastructure environments
Experience with application Citrix load-balancing and Citrix Global Server Load Balancing ( GSLB )
Additional Requirements
Checkpoint Certification or CCNP (Security)
Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer
The primary work shift is Monday through Friday during normal business hours; however, employee(s) must be available, as required, to work as needed on a 24-hour on-call basis, odd and irregular hours and various shifts
Preferences
Hands-on familiarity with following CheckPoint /Cisco Firewall, InfoBlox DNS / DHCP appliances and SolarWinds Orion
Experience with Software Defined Networking solutions (i.e. VMware NSX ), NAC solutions (i.e. Cisco ISE )
Experience with VPN
Salary$121,724 - $207,259
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date11/20/2025
Open Until FilledNo
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?
Yes
No
Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
Yes
No
Do you have an active CCNP certification?
Yes
No
Please list your CCNP certification number.
(Open Ended Question)
Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Other Document
Functional TitleSr. Data Network Engineer
Recruitment Category TypeStandard
Functional CategoryInformation Technology
GradeIT.16
FLSA StatusExempt
Requisition Number26-0080
Number of Vacancies1
Job LevelNon-Management
Job CodeN/A
Job Description Summary
Organization NameIT Infrastructure Services
Reports toSection Manager, Voice & Data Networks
Full or Part TimeFull Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
Regular Mon-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm , non-regular weekends, off duty hours and emergency work assigned by manager requirements apply.
Position LocationLaurel
Position Summary Information
General Summary
This is a non-merit system, employment-at-will, long-term contract position.
TheSr. Data Network Engineeris responsible for thearchitecture, implementation, maintenance and troubleshooting support of the network communicationsat WSSC Water. The Sr. Data Network Engineer will take on responsibilities in areas of administration, engineering, architecture, monitoring and troubleshooting of routers, switches, firewalls, VPN , load balancers and DNS and DHCP appliances and work collaboratively with IT team members on technology project implementations. This Sr. Data Network Engineer will also develop and maintain documentation, including addressing plans, network topology diagrams, rack elevation, data flows and variables.
Essential Functions
Designs, deploys, maintains, optimizes and troubleshoots enterprise class networks comprising of routers, switches, firewalls, and load-balancers
Plans and executes network changes, network hardware and software upgrades, refreshes and replacements
Minimize network latency and maximize data throughput through design analysis and network performance monitoring
Ability to demonstrate and design within the scope of security requirements
Provides technical and problem resolution support related to network hardware and software
Supports the existing infrastructure and assists in designing and deploying data network solutions in support of both business and technical initiatives
Utilizes network monitoring and management tools to evaluate the status of the environment daily, performs capacity planning, network analysis and optimization
Develops and maintains documentation, including addressing plans, network topology diagrams, rack elevation, data flows and other technical documentation in a comprehensive and timely manner
Works with IT security and Enterprise Architects to architect and implement required network security infrastructure
Evaluates, selects and makes recommendations for data networking equipment, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers and other hardware and software solutions, ensuring that these products support WSSC Water enterprise network initiatives
Delivers periodic reports concerning network metrics including, but not limited to, network uptime statistics, bandwidth consumption, network link utilization, and outages for both network links and network equipment
Provides project management for network upgrades and new installations
Works with ISPs and circuit providers to bring up circuits and to resolve data communications issues as they arise
Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other Functions
Assists in the development and implementation of a preventive maintenance program
Provides support for cable plant management for data circuits in areas of testing, installations, and disconnections
Stays abreast of the latest trends in data equipment, technologies, and trends and make recommendations regarding user, design, and implementation based on analysis
Performs other related duties as assigned
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Business casual work environment
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Advanced knowledge of network infrastructure components, including Citrix & Netmotion VPN , Cisco networking products, and various standard routing protocols ( EIGRP , OSPF , BGP , etc.)
Advanced technical knowledge of networking and security, such as routing, DNS / DHCP , Cloudflare, Checkpoint Cisco firewall configurations
Strong knowledge of network analysis, including understanding of the OSI model, packet decodes, common protocols, familiarity with analysis utilities, such as those for network performance monitoring and network protocol analyzers systems
Basic knowledge of cable plant design & implementation
Knowledge of Citrix application load balancing, QoS, VoIP solutions
Advanced knowledge of Cloud Networking
Advanced knowledge of high-availability technologies and techniques
Knowledge of network and system monitoring technologies ( SMNP , SolarWinds, etc.)
Knowledge of transmission mediums such as cloud-based Wi-Fi systems (Meraki), Transparent LAN Services ( TLS ), Private IP ( PIP ), fiber optics and microwave wireless communications
Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities
Excellent skills in documentation of systems and procedures
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology or other related field)
Active CCNP Certification
8+ years direct hands on experience configuring, deploying, maintaining, and testing Cisco IOS , Cisco NXOS based routers and switches and Cisco ISE Experience in enterprise network operations, project applications, and project management
Hands-on experience with network routing protocols like EIGRP , BGP & OSPF ; and switching technologies like Spanning Tree, EtherChannel, Port Security, and 802.1X, etc.
Experience in system monitoring technologies i.e. SNMP (i.e. SolarWinds, etc.) to proactively monitor infrastructure environments
Experience with DNS Server (Infoblox )
Experience with application Citrix load-balancing and Citrix Global Server Load Balancing ( GSLB )
OR
High school diploma or equivalent
Active CCNP Certification
12+ years direct hands on experience configuring, deploying, maintaining, and testing Cisco IOS , Cisco NXOS based routers and switches and Cisco ISE Experience in enterprise network operations, project applications, and project management
Hands-on experience with network routing protocols like EIGRP , BGP & OSPF ; and switching technologies like Spanning Tree, EtherChannel, Port Security, and 802.1X, etc.
Experience in system monitoring technologies i.e. SNMP (i.e. SolarWinds, etc.) to proactively monitor infrastructure environments
Experience with application Citrix load-balancing and Citrix Global Server Load Balancing ( GSLB )
Additional Requirements
Checkpoint Certification or CCNP (Security)
Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer
The primary work shift is Monday through Friday during normal business hours; however, employee(s) must be available, as required, to work as needed on a 24-hour on-call basis, odd and irregular hours and various shifts
Preferences
Hands-on familiarity with following CheckPoint /Cisco Firewall, InfoBlox DNS / DHCP appliances and SolarWinds Orion
Experience with Software Defined Networking solutions (i.e. VMware NSX ), NAC solutions (i.e. Cisco ISE )
Experience with VPN
Salary$121,724 - $207,259
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date11/20/2025
Open Until FilledNo
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?
Yes
No
Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
Yes
No
Do you have an active CCNP certification?
Yes
No
Please list your CCNP certification number.
(Open Ended Question)
Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Other Document