Network Engineer Jobs

Client is seeking network engineers able to participate in network refresh project(s). Successful candidates will have hands-on experience in the following areas: support a larger network team creating configurations for routers, firewalls, wireless access controllers and layer 2 and 3 switches.

Required Skills -Ability to survey a current network

Create network diagrams

create configurations

Job Duties -Take ownership of the network engineering upgrade part of the project

Surveying sites to identify current equipment, current connectivity and documenting

Documenting the current environment with a list of current equipment and Visio diagrams

Designing / Recommending the upgraded network including any additions needed

Create Visio diagrams, rack elevations and build of materials for the upgraded network

Create the configurations for the new equipment

Create new configurations for any current equipment that will remain in place

Manage the installation, setup and cut-over of the new equipment into the network

Troubleshoot any issues identified during cut-over

Update the network management tools after cut-over completion

Document new network with Visio and Excel spreadsheets as need

Networking abilities include analyzing, designing optimal implementation strategies, implementing and configuring Cisco network hardware. Ability to design and define network infrastructures (LAN/WAN) and data center environments. Strong network troubleshooting and administration experience. Document, manage project plans and deliverables on time. Excellent technical documentation skills including Visio. Must work well and communicate effectively with customers, ability to work independently; a self-starter. Ability to process and execute a project from start to finish. Expected to manage and communicate with clients and vendors directly.

Job Requirements -Minimum of 6-8 years of networking and infrastructure assessments, design, and implementation support in enterprise environments.

Proven working experience in building and maintaining network systems

Detailed technical knowledge of enterprise network environments including routing protocols. Hands on experience in security systems, including firewalls.

Desired Skills & Experience -5+ years of network engineering experience

Minimum certification at the CCNA level

Proficient with Microsoft Office tools (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Visio)

Strong customer focus and customer service skill

Experience presenting to management

Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

Comfortable working in a multi-client environment with ever changing priorities

Ability to “white-board” solutions and strategies to client groups, users and IT staff

Must be detail oriented with a concern for quality expressed by continually initiating system and process improvements

Experience in multiple phases of the system implementation life cycle

Custom development experience with multiple platforms a plus