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Senior Network Engineer (US - Remote)

What to expect when you join Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary

Team members at Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth – for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.

Do you want to work with other skilled and agile practitioners who thrive on challenge and growth? We believe everyone has untapped potential. That’s why we lead with vision and act fast, pairing deep expertise with practical solutions. Our teams cut through complexity and deliver real impact. It's our hope that you find more than just a job. At Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, you'll find optimism, clear insights and genuine warmth, without egos.

Are you ready to grow with us?

Position summary

Reporting onsite at least 3 days a week, the Network Engineer will be supporting high-priority on-prem, hybrid, and cloud projects.

This role is contingent upon client approval.

What will you do in this role?

• Participate in solutioning efforts and client presentations
• Participate in complex network and connectivity troubleshooting and triage with team members and our client
• Complete assigned tasks independently, and as part of a larger project team
• Plan, implement, configure and maintain network infrastructure route/switch device operating systems, determine hardware specifications, and validate system performance
• Work within Azure and the data center, collaborating with other engineers to develop strategies and plans in support of migration efforts and maintaining networking across a hybrid environment
• Document and transfer knowledge to fellow staff through training, coaching and mentoring
• Execute performance tuning, operational process development, and security configuration management in accordance with best practices, standards, and procedures
• Operate and maintain network infrastructure devices including, but not limited to patching, system upgrade, backup, and system configuration
• Support analysis, triage and break/fix of infrastructure system-related trouble tickets
• Conduct root cause analysis to determine the real or underlying cause of an incident to prevent future recurrences
• Support management reporting requirements
• Document and update systems architecture diagrams using Microsoft Visio
• Coordinate with the team to develop and maintain proper processes, procedures, security, and system documentation according to industry best practices and regulatory requirements
• Help evaluate new technologies and solutions to enhance the IT environment to serve strategic and tactical business objectives
• Track and ensure awareness of Cisco and M365 roadmaps, new tools and capabilities, and recommend their potential use within the organization

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• Must be a United States Citizen ***
• Must have an ACTIVE Public Trust or higher clearance to qualify ***
• This is a hybrid position working 3 days a week in Washington, DC. ***
• Exceptional troubleshooting skills
• Ability to interface directly with our client
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or in information technology, or equivalent experience
• 7+ years’ experience supporting network infrastructure projects within a complex, multi-vendor environment
• 5+ years demonstrated experience in designing and implementing network supporting datacenter system virtualization, application load balancing, application hosting, application acceleration
• 5+ years of enterprise and campus networking includes but not limited Cisco Switches and Routers, Cisco ISE, 802.1x, LAN, Remote Access VPN
• Experience supporting networks running Cisco UC and/or MS Teams VoIP systems
• Extensive knowledge of and hands-on experience with:
• Cisco ACI
• Firewall management and configuration, with and understanding of network security and defense-in-depth strategies
• Understanding of high-availability design including replication and load balancing
• IPSEC and SSL VPNs
• Federal IT regulatory compliance experience
• Exceptional work ethic and time management skills
• Ability to work well both independently and part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a commitment to customer service
• Excellent customer service skills with a customer service focus, and strong interface/communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of system hardening (STIGs, SRGs, regulatory compliance)
• Knowledge and understanding of Cisco VPN & Zscaler ZIA and ZPA, Cisco ACI
• Have supported networks running Cisco UC
• Some limited travel required (< 5%)
• Must be available for off-hours work and participate in rotating responsibilities

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $165,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:

• Servant Leader – You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture. 
• Solutions Focused – You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions. 
• Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units. 
• Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible. 
• Impact & Influence Thinking – You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives. 

About Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, offers the public and private sectors a diverse platform of professional services across consulting, technology, and compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients, teams and communities accelerate success.

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary has approximately 2,000 team members and operates across North America, EMEA and APAC. 

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Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary also takes pride in prioritizing team members’ health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.

Some examples of our many benefits:

• Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
• Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
• Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.

We also offer:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
• HSA employer contribution
• Eleven (11) paid holidays annually.
• A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Client referral bonus program
• Pet insurance
• FORCE – Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.

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Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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