Job Description :
Launch Your Career with Cook Systems
Ready to elevate your career? Cook Systems, a certified veteran owned IT consulting firm, has been transforming businesses and careers since 1990. Whether you're aiming to work with a Fortune 500 company or a small business, we've got you covered.
Our core values: integrity, investment, and innovation drive everything we do, ensuring you grow and succeed in a dynamic, supportive environment. We understand the importance of work life balance and personal growth. Our cutting edge IT consulting partners and FastTrack talent program are designed to help you excel.
Join our forward thinking team where excellence and creativity are valued every day. Check out what our associates have to say on Glassdoor. Ready to take your career to new heights? Cook Systems is where your journey to success begins!
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VENDOR MAXIMUM PAY RATE: $48.50/hr.
*candidate must be able to come to Richmond, VA to pick up laptop
Sr System/Network Engineer
2 days a week ON SITE REQUIRED (with the days selected by the employee)
SCC - Sr System/Network Engineer
ABOUT THE ROLE
Installation, monitoring and management of Linux VM Servers, VMware vCenter, VMware v7.0, v8.0 ESXi Hosts, VMware Site Recovery Manager, Veeam Backup & Replication for Server Data backups / restore for on-prem and Cloud backups. Experience with Immutable backup and Scale-Out Repository configuration for on-prem and Azure storage accounts.
Network protocol analysis using NetScout nGeniusOne and Wireshark for any application in use at the SCC.
Hewlett-Packard Enterprise (HPE) Synergy and C7000 Compute modules, HPE Synergy and C7000 Network and SAN Interconnects. HPE 3PAR and Alletra Storage arrays, HP5100 / 5260 Backup Storage arrays, HPE SAN switches,
Citrix NetScaler, Azure and OCI load balancers and application firewall.
Network appliances (physical and virtual), Cisco Routers, Firewall and Network Switches, Palo Alto NGFW and Panorama.
Work with external account managers from various manufactures to maintain Service contracts, meet to discuss new technology, when to upgrade.
Work with all levels of people internal and external to the SCC to resolve issues related to applications, network communication or services.
Extensive knowledge of Server Data backups, retention policies and restore of data using Veeam Backup & Replication console and (Cont.)
Required
5
Years
Veeam One to on-prem and Azure Storage account cloud repositories.
Required
5
Years
Experience with setting up and maintaining Linux VMs.
Required
5
Years
Strong understanding of network protocols, ports, IP addressing, VLAN's, Firewall and Router rules, DNS, DHCP.
Required
5
Years
Microsoft Active Directory security for users, groups, and files / file shares. Microsoft Azure and Office 365 Cloud infrastructure.
Required
5
Years
Ability to collect and decode network traces using NetScout nGeniusOne and Wireshark.
Required
5
Years
Working knowledge of SSL/TLS Certificates, creating, renewing and installation of certificates in various environments.
Required
5
Years
Use of Command Line and web-based consoles to configure, update, maintain and backup network equipment, and configurations.
Required
5
Years
Experience with Servers, Blade Servers, Chassis, and Interconnects including the consoles used to configure and maintain firmware and software.
Required
5
Years
Experience with Cisco CLI and consoles for Routers, Firewall, Switches, ISE, and Wireless Controllers. (Below skill is attached to this one)
Required
5
Years
Using Palo Alto Panorama to manage and maintain network and security configurations.
Required
5
Years
Experience with Citrix NetScaler or other load-balancing and application firewall appliances.
Required
5
Years
Working knowledge of using SFTP to backup configurations, upgrade software and firmware on various network appliances and systems.
Required
5
Years
Experience with accessing manufacturer websites for opening support requests, downloading correct firmware, software updates and maintenance status
Required
5
Years
Communication skills to work with people and any level to assist in problem determination, troubleshooting, resolution of any application at SCC.
Required
5
Years
Communicating with account managers, sales managers, support engineers or teams to maintain a good working relationship for service contracts, (Cont.)
Required
5
Years
(Cont.^) price quotes and resolve any issues that may come up with support.
Required
5
Years
Use of Office products and Visio for documentation of Systems and network equipment.
Required
5
Years
Why Work with Us
Benefits
At Cook Systems, we don't just offer jobs we build futures. Our team is the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to supporting you with benefits that go beyond the basics. We want you to feel secure, valued, and empowered from the very beginning of your journey with us. When you join Cook Systems, here's what you can look forward to:
Your Health, Your Way: Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, complete with dental and vision coverage. With access to one of the nation's largest networks, you'll get the care you need for yourself and your family wherever life takes you.
Peace of Mind, Every Step of the Way: Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum. Because your loved ones deserve security no matter what the future holds.
Flexibility for Life's Needs: Save money and plan ahead with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent care expenses on your terms.
Bridging the Gaps: Unexpected costs? No problem. Our Health Gap Insurance through Sunlife helps ensure you're covered when it counts.
Your Future Starts Now: Dream big with our 401(k) retirement plan through The Standard. After just six months, you will be eligible to participate, because your future deserves a strong foundation.
At Cook Systems, you're not just another employee you're family. Here, your ideas matter, your contributions shine, and your career will thrive. Together, we innovate, grow, and celebrate success every step of the way. Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Let's build the future together at Cook Systems.