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The Parsons IPKPP Division is seeking a Network Engineer I to support our growing technology environment. This entry- to mid-level role focuses on day-to-day operations of our virtualized infrastructure, Windows server environment, networks, and datacenter hardware. The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in Windows Server, networking, and virtualization, with the aptitude to learn additional platforms and tools as our environment evolves.
You will work as part of a collaborative Technology Team that supports critical mission and business systems. This position emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, operational excellence, and continuous learning aligned with Parsons' culture of innovation, integrity, and safety.
Key Responsibilities
Core Infrastructure & Networking
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and support virtual machines, servers, and networked resources in Parsons' IPKPP environments.
- Perform basic diagnostics on connectivity issues across servers, virtual machines, and datacenter resources.
- Collaborate with senior engineers to implement changes, upgrades, and new solutions following established procedures and change management practices.
- Support incident response and root-cause analysis for infrastructure and network-related issues.
- Log into vSphere/ESXi to check status of virtual machines and restart services/VMs as needed.
- Perform basic deployments of virtual machines from templates or standard procedures.
- Adjust virtual machine compute and storage resources under guidance (CPU, memory, disk).
- Perform high-level status checks and basic diagnostics of vSphere environments.
- Perform basic status checks, diagnostics, and minor maintenance of the ESXi operating system.
Note: While Parsons is likely to transition away from VMware in the future, current operations still rely on this platform. Flexibility and willingness to learn new virtualization technologies is essential.
Networking
- Apply base networking knowledge to support and troubleshoot connectivity and access issues.
- Work with IP addressing and subnetting to identify and resolve network-related issues affecting virtual machines and datacenter resources.
- Utilize and assist in managing networking services such as DNS and DHCP, including basic troubleshooting and configuration checks.
- Use standard methods and tools (e.g., ping, tracert/traceroute, nslookup, etc.) to diagnose connectivity issues.
- Provide intermediate-level administration, management, and maintenance of Windows Server operating systems.
- Support and troubleshoot Active Directory (AD) domain structures, including basic user, group, and service-related issues.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot issues at the Windows OS level on both virtual and physical servers.
- Deploy Windows Server operating systems following established build standards.
- Manage server updates and patching (e.g., WSUS or similar tools), including scheduling and basic troubleshooting of update issues.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with key Windows services critical to business and mission systems.
- Perform intermediate-level server hardware maintenance such as installing and replacing components (drives, memory, NICs, etc.) when onsite work is required.
- Work with physical network cabling infrastructure: tracing cables, verifying connections, labeling, and coordinating corrections with appropriate teams.
- Coordinate with vendors and senior staff on hardware support cases and warranty services.
- Perform base-level troubleshooting of Linux OS issues, including user access or connectivity issues to Linux-based resources.
- Deploy Linux images on virtual machines using established templates or build procedures.
- Apply conceptual understanding of backup and recovery technologies to assist in monitoring, basic troubleshooting, and operational tasks with the current backup platform.
- Utilize server and resource monitoring tools to identify performance or availability issues; escalate appropriately.
- Support endpoint protection tools and processes (AV/EDR) at a conceptual and operational level as directed by senior engineers.
- Apply a basic understanding of server-level network security (firewalls, access control, secure configurations) to daily operations.
- Work within established storage technology concepts (SAN/NAS, storage tiers, capacity, performance) to support troubleshooting and resource management.
- Work closely with senior engineers, security teams, and application owners to ensure system reliability, security, and performance.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, including build guides, runbooks, diagrams, and troubleshooting procedures.
- Participate in an on-call or after-hours support rotation as required by project or operational needs.
General Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent relevant experience.
- 0-3 years of experience in systems/network administration, infrastructure support, or similar role.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to take ownership of issues through resolution.
- Ability to follow documented procedures, adhere to change management, and work within regulated or security-conscious environments.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-based, collaborative environment.
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain any required government clearances, if applicable to the program.
Security Clearance Requirement:
None
This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people's quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers' visions-and to help them see what's next!
Salary Range: $54,600.00 - $95,600.00
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.
We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!
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