Job#: 2045251Job Description:Apex Systems is seeking a qualified Network Engineer for an exciting role with our client in the Columbus, OH area. Must be local and willing to come onsite hybrid. Scope of Position Responsible for daily operations and support of network and monitoring systems. Position Summary Responsible for the engineering, build, installation / configuration, operation, and maintenance of network and related monitoring systems to ensure stability, reliability and acceptable performance. Provides functional and empirical analysis related to the planning, design, installation, and implementation of the network infrastructure. Plans and develops the detailed engineering, design and implementation of the network environment. Plans and performs upgrades of network systems hardware and support systems in accordance with ITIL best practices. Responsible for network systems projects that range from medium to large in scope, risk and impact. Leads and facilitates strategic projects involved in evaluating and researching new and existing products, procedures and/or workflows needs associated with network systems. Researches current and developing technologies to provide technical guidance pertaining to the capabilities, limitations and requirements of network systems. Duties and Responsibilities The duties of this position are performed under the general review and supervision. Most assignments will be completed independently, subject to periodic review and approval. Engineering (40%) -Responsible for the planning, engineering, development, implementation and allocation of resources for network infrastructures and equipment. Assists in the execution of short-term planning activities for network development and implementation including transmission media, system architecture, and general technology guidelines. -Executes moderately complex network engineering projects, test and evaluation programs, and engineering services including transmission and circuit design software. Responsible for the evaluation and determination of network systems needs, development, process analysis, design and re-engineering. -Assists in the planning and engineering of moderately complex network product evaluations and develops and recommends technical solutions to management. Executes assessments of risk, cost and return on investment scenarios and impact as well as compatibility with existing hardware and software systems. Performs all functions of change management, configuration management, performance analysis, physical planning, national vendor management, inventory control, technical standards, procedures and product evaluations for network systems. -Assists in the technical analysis and systems engineering of software, hardware and network systems for front-end processors, multiplexors, LAN/WAN communications, network nodes, switches, and various transmission systems. Assists in the development and implementation of methodologies for system analysis, acquisition, installation and consultation services in order to ensure compatibility of all software and hardware products at each network facility. -Assists in the selection, integration and coordination of moderately complex networks for the organization. Responsible for the technical architecture and the necessary design, installation, and administration of hardware and software. Recommends acquisition of new hardware and software as well as network security and access procedures. -Evaluates moderately complex network systems and recommends to management on resource requirements necessary to maintain and/or expand service levels. Assists in the development and implementation of network migration and architectural plans. Ensures that plans integrate effectively with other aspects of the technical infrastructure. -Provides network modeling and simulation consulting to further clarify client/server ne