{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7aa185643e75ba8d42e792f4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7aa185643e75ba8d42e792f4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7aa185643e75ba8d42e792f4","title":"Network Systems Engineer","description":"Job DescriptionGrid Networks is looking for an experienced Network and Linux Systems engineer to join a small and friendly group of Infrastructure engineers with varied backgrounds and skillsets. Infrastructure engineers all work on a variety of technologies.Our team is small, and every engineer contributes across multiple areas, influencing technical direction and participating throughout the full lifecycle of infrastructure projects. We design, build, and implement systems supporting hardware designers, software developers, mobile networks, and the customer-facing systems that bring them together.This is an excellent opportunity for a self-starting and hands-on engineer who enjoys working with enterprise network infrastructure as well as building and supporting Linux-based systems, virtualization, and automation. If you loathe silos and pigeonholes, as well as enjoy a variety of tasks and technologies to fiddle with, you may be happy here.This is an on-site position at our office in Reston/Herndon, VA.What You’ll DoPlan, deploy, and maintain a wide variety of Linux-based servicesSupport and enhance the organization’s network infrastructureContribute to Linux systems engineering and administration Participate in the full lifecycle of a variety of infrastructure initiativesWork with software developers, hardware and electrical engineers, and mobile networking engineers to develop and provide products and services.You’ll be a great fit if you meet the following:3+ years in network engineering, systems, or related infrastructure roles.Experience configuring, maintaining, and supporting Cisco, Juniper, Fortigate, and other enterprise network devicesExperience managing Linux servers running Ubuntu, Debian, and RHELExperience configuring and maintaining common open-source tools and software such as Apache, NGINX, Postgres, MariaDB, IPA/IDM, KeyCloak, IPTables, pfSense, Wireguard, IPSec, and OpenVPNExcellent communication skills with the ability to explain complicated technical concepts to people with less or different technical backgroundsAttention to detail in task execution and documentationComfortable working collaboratively with other teamsAble to work independently and prioritize tasks effectivelyAble to lift and carry up to 50lbs (servers and switches)It would be even better if you have experience…Experience ordering and managing data circuits from Telcos and ISPsWorking with OpenBSD, FreeBSD, and Packet Filter (PF)Configuring and managing Quagga and Free Range Routing (FRR) Experience creating and configuring automation with Ansible, AWX, Git, and ForemanBuilding and configuring software-defined phone systems such as Asterisk or FreeswitchBuilding and configuring monitoring systems like Prometheus, Nagios, or ZabbixBuilding and configuring ELK systemsWorking directly with VMWare, ProxMox, Docker, Kubernetes and similar systemsFamiliarity with core mobile networking terms and technologiesIf you meet the qualifications listed above and are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity in a collaborative team environment, we encourage you to apply. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development.GRID Networks is committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions at GRID Networks are based on an individual’s capabilities and qualifications. 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