Network Monitoring: Analyzes network activity and network problems and prevents systematic errors.
Recommends network design changes/enhancements for improved systems availability and performance.
Expectations to be proficient with monitoring and diagnostic tools like SolarWinds, Fluke and Wireshark, and PC Microsoft OS system commands.
Network System Design and Implementation: Designs, implements, and document network systems.
Configuration and maintenance of routers, switches (Cisco, Extreme Networks, Junipers, Brocade), and firewalls (Juniper, Palo Alto, Cisco).
Able to implement project plans as assigned by the Manager, Network Engineering, deliver progress reports, identify, and communicate impediments, and provide clear and concise documentation on completion.
Provides support for network connectivity or related network issues for the user community.
Issue Resolution: Troubleshoots diagnoses and resolves network problems.
The research analyzes and recommends the implementation of software or hardware changes to rectify any network deficiencies or enhance network performance.
Disaster Recovery: Ensures planned testing activities are performed and technical criteria are met.
Network Performance Assessment: Assesses network performance to ensure that it meets the present and future needs of the business.
Provides network planning recommendations to management.
Vendor Management: Evaluates services provided by vendors and recommends changes.
Research emerging technologies, as requested.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Take ownership of a problem through resolution.
Arrange for equipment repair, upgrade, or replacement.
Communicates effectively with stakeholders, technical support, and project teams.
Assist with the design of complex Core and WAN networks, IP, and routing summarization, including configuring routers and switches.
Retrieve hardware quotes from resellers in support of procurement.
Experience/ Qualifications:
A BS/MS degree in computer science or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of industry best practices.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a team environment as well as individually with minimal supervision.
Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects.
Experience with VOIP, like Avaya systems, Mitel systems, and a variety of Nortel systems.
Experience with branch routers and LAN switches.
Preferred knowledge of Cisco, Juniper Networks, and Extreme Networks.
Knowledge of Brocade/Ruckus ICX, and VeloCloud is a plus.
Knowledge of Enterprise system monitoring and management tools such as Lansweeper, Wireshark, flow, NMAP, SNMP, and Syslog.
Knowledge of commercial enterprise-level tools and products to provide network services, including firewalls, IPS/IDS, DNS, DHCP, web security, TACACS+, VPN, and NAC.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and vendors.
Must be proficient with the latest versions of MS Visio, MS Windows, MS Office, and/or O365.
License and/or Certification Requirements:
Cisco Certifications: CCNP preferred.
Preferred Juniper Network Certifications JNCIE or JNCIP.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Information Technology & Services
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