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Position Title:

Network Engineer – Int. (Wireless)

Department:

IS

Reports To:

IT Infrastructure Mgr.

Supervises:

0

Full/Part Time:

Full

Exempt / Nonexempt:

Exempt

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Network Engineer - Intermediate’s role is to ensure the stability and integrity of in-house voice, data, video and wireless network services. This is achieved by designing, and developing local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) across the organization. In addition, the Network Engineer - Intermediate will participate with the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communication links. This individual will also analyze and resolve network hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion, and provide end user training where required.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Acquisition & Deployment

  • Design and deploy company LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including servers, routers, hubs, switches, UPSs, and other hardware.

  • Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry.

  • Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades.

  • Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services.

Operational Management

  • Configure networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling business objectives and processes.

  • Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed.

  • Oversee installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of end user workstation hardware, software, and peripheral devices.

  • Ensure network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, fax machines, and other network appliances.

  • Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information.

  • Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports.

  • Participate in managing all network security solutions.

  • Provide guidance to junior members of the team.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE OR RELATED FIELD.

  • CCNA Wireless or proven experience

  • CCNP Wireless – preferred.

  • CWNA / CWDP / CWSP / CWNE – preferred.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills required.

  • Must project a professional company image through in-person and phone interactions at all times.

  • 6 years of related experience, or 2 years direct experience; or equivalent combination of education/experience. Appropriate certification or licensure (if applicable) required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

  • Proven experience and success with LAN, WAN, WLAN, and WWAN design and implementation.

  • Proven experience with network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices.

  • Strong, hands-on technical knowledge of network and PC operating systems.

  • Excellent knowledge of telephony systems, including Cisco VoIP.

  • Working technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards, including Cisco Routers and switches (CatOS, IOS and NxOS), ASA, ACE, CSS, GSS, VPN and Routing protocols – OSPF, BGP, RIP

  • Excellent hardware troubleshooting experience.

  • Competence with testing tools and procedures for voice and data circuits.

  • Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.

  • Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.

  • Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

  • Able to conduct research into networking issues and products as required.

  • Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.

  • Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.

  • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment.

  • Strong customer service orientation.

  • Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Provide after-hour’s operations and on-call support.

  • Sitting for extended periods of time.

  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools, and to handle other computer components.

  • Occasional inspection of cables in floors and ceilings.

  • Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals.

HOW TO APPLY

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