Network Engineer I

Network Engineer I

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university preferred with a major or emphasis in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• Minimum 1-2 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience working in a Co-location environment required
• Juniper networking experience required
• In-depth knowledge of the OSI model
• Knowledge of firewall configuration and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of different network types (i.e. LAN, WAN)
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP and routing protocols including BGP, EIGRP, and OSPF
• Ability to administer support and maintenance on Switches and Routers, Firewalls, Load Balancers, and WAN optimization/replication appliances required

Responsibilities

• Maintains, configures, and supports networking devices
• Provides 2nd Tier technical support for internal customers
• Provides problem resolution for network performance and network related issues
• Prioritizes and directs the day-to-day technical tasks for operational management of the network
• Works directly with ICW’s Information Security team to analyze and mitigate risks at the network level
• Completes assigned initiatives and tasks on time and on budget
• Participates in Network infrastructure projects in support of Company objectives
• Participates in the creation, implementation, and continual improvement of standards, processes, and procedures required to deliver high quality customer service
• Works directly with IT Project Managers, Program Managers and Architects to evaluate design details and provide information on current and proposed network infrastructure considerations
• Works directly with IT Project Managers and Program Managers to understand business requirements and impact of design considerations
• Implements networking technologies including LAN, MPLS, SAN fabric switches, Server Load balancers, WAN, VoIP, vSwitches, in a multivendor environment
• Plans, researches, develops, and tests new networking technologies in support of business operations
• Ensures compliance to ICW ITIL and regulatory processes
• Adheres to and complies with ICW Group’s privacy and security policies
• Creates and updates network infrastructure diagrams, test plans, and supporting documentation
• Maintains or exceeds Service Levels to business customers for established Service Level Agreements
• Assists with budget planning and procurement of networking hardware and software as directed in cost effective manner
• Participates in information gathering for ICW’s audit and regulatory processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience working in a Co-location environment required
• CCNA, JNCIA, CCNP or JNCIS certifications preferred
• Working knowledge of network monitoring tools such as Solar Winds preferred
• Experience administering and maintaining networking systems for mid to large companies including designing and maintaining wireless networks preferred