Network Engineer

About the Role

Responsible for mentoring and guiding systems engineers with advanced problem resolution skills in planning, design, development, optimization, documentation, maintenance, and performance of the Wide Area Core Network.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support at a senior level for Core Network Routing and maintenance.
• Provide technical support at a senior level for installation, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of Core network hardware.
• Coordinate multiple networking projects across multiple agencies, including installation and decommissioning.
• Evaluate network systems to determine the need for patches, upgrades, and analyze future technical needs.
• Develop and maintain procedures and processes, create documentation, and assist clients and other information technology employees.
• Mentor, train, and provide ongoing guidance to fellow engineers.
• Install and configure large-scale Core Network equipment, including Cisco ASR 1000 and 9000-series.
• Implement disaster recovery plans.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of information technology theory, principles, and practices in Core routing.
• Working knowledge of computer hardware, software, local and wide area network systems.
• Knowledge of client/server network protocols and Internet/Intranet applications.
• Extensive knowledge of troubleshooting data networks and troubleshooting tools.
• Skill in delivering responsive, quality customer service.
• Ability to write clear and concise documentation of systems and procedures.
• Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects across an enterprise network.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply information from technical manuals.
• Familiarity with Cisco DWDM and Nexus.
• Working knowledge of enterprise network devices is preferred.
• CCNP level certification required; other network certifications are desired.

Schedule

Standard daytime hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with flexibility required for sudden problems and planned system updates.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• 401K program with company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan.
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On-demand training program and access to certification prep, technical and leadership courses/books/seminars after 6+ months of tenure.
• Certification discounts and perks for associations including CompTIA and IIBA.
• Dedicated customer service team and a certified Career Coach for consultants.

Full list of benefits, programs, support teams, and resources available in the ‘Welcome Packet’ provided by an Everforth Apex team member.