Network Engineering Manager

Network Engineering Manager

Requirements

• 7+ years experience with Cisco, Juniper & Arista routers and switches
• Understanding of scripting languages such as Ansible, Python, RUST & JAVA
• Proficient knowledge in current internet standards including cabling, Switched & trunked and distribution networks
• Strong knowledge of IP networks and equipment
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks for efficient work output
• Ability to present and digest concepts quickly and multitask
• Adapt to changing priorities, strong sense of urgency, willing to attack difficult and complex issues
• A strong understanding of quality, process improvement and customer satisfaction
• Ability to think analytically and to develop new or revised procedures and work flows
• Demonstrated ability to create process diagrams and project schedules
• Knowledgeable in testing methods such as white box, gray box systems
• Knowledgeable in software development life cycles, Agile methods, including SCRUM processes

Responsibilities

• Review and provide input to new technical requirements
• Ability to participate in defining overall approach and structure of lab designs
• Work with Enterprise Network Engineering and Security Firewall Organizations to determine network needs to provide test environments needed to perform integration and testing of new Comcast products and services
• Ensure that the QA Lab Integration environments accurately match QA needs
• Assign project Subject Matter Expert and/or Lead Engineer for each project
• Provide resources as necessary to aid in the design, installation, development, maintenance and configuration of all lab gear
• Assign resources as necessary to maintain the integration environments
• Determine capital requirements and drive the purchase of lab equipment according to test schedules
• Maintain up to date documentation reflecting current and future lab configurations
• Provide reports on a weekly basis of all system design and maintenance activity
• Develop weekly reports and presentation material for all levels of the organization
• Coordinate activities between departments to ensure uninterrupted business operation
• Travel between locations may be required. Labs are currently located in PA and NJ. The employee would be based in Downingtown, PA
• Keeps abreast of the cable industry and upcoming projects to determine the means to implement changes in the existing network to accommodate technology, features and functionality
• Plans to meet and/or exceed the requirements of production operations
• Analyzes complex business needs via interaction with senior leadership, internal operational managers and external customers
• Examines new projects, forecasts new staffing requirements and reviews Company goals to prepare a systems engineering plan and budget
• Creates systems engineering (SE) standards, tools and processes by reviewing documentation and participating in SE organizations
• Leads user conferences to plan future projects and procedures. Creates and executes a plan to upgrade systems to meet future requirements using past experience and judgment as a guide
• Creates new technical solutions which enhance process efficiency, reduce cost and/or enhance customer and/or user satisfaction
• Evaluates new and evolving technology for applicability and impact on operational goals
• Analyzes system performances against customer requirements and directs corrective action
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree: Computer and Information Science
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Cisco Systems, Inc.
• Juniper Networks Certified Associate – Junos (JNCIA-Junos) – Juniper Networks, Inc.