Network Engineer Job Description

Overview:

Establishes and maintains network performance, troubleshooting network and customer problems, performing network analyses. Will be part of a Team that designs and implements hardware/software requirements to meet the growing needs of the NNTC data network.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities that may include:

Perform daily network maintenance checks.
Perform pre trouble customer troubleshooting and repair.
Works in the CO/IT group, on call is required
Effectively manage deliverables on projects and any issues that arise to ensure that they meet aggressive deployment timelines
Maintain and deploy Layer 2/3 switches, routers (Arista, Brocade, Cienna, Cisco, etc.)
Interface with Team for Network Planning and vendors to recommend and evaluate new technologies
Assist with performance analysis and optimization of future data networks
Responsible for equipment staging, upgrades and configuration
Define network test plans and review results
Prepare Engineering standards documents for the Data Network
Work closely with vendors to accomplish hardware / software implementations within a timely manner
Maintain a positive attitude, and project a high level of professionalism on behalf of NNTC to the customer
Maintain a clean and efficient work area, lab and data center
Maintain a high standard of support for the customer
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations

Qualifications:

Advanced level knowledge and experience in IP networking and Protocols
Experience with troubleshooting tools and protocols (NCNP, Wireshark, telnet, SSH, FTP, etc.)
Understanding of Layer 2 vs. Layer 3 including how to implement and propagate VLANs across a L2 network, implement L2 redundant network topologies and knowledge of how to troubleshoot various Spanning Tree protocol issues
Strong understanding of Routing Protocols – IGRP, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, & MPLS
Strong understanding of LAN/WANs.
Familiarity with network cabling (fiber, copper, installation standards, test & turn up)
Understanding of Brocade, Ciena/Cyan, Calix, Cisco Routers & Switches, a plus
General understanding of operating systems such as Linux, Windows Server, etc. is a plus.
General understanding of wireless networks.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio)
Strong work ethic and team player
Good interpersonal, time management and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage personal workload, vendors, and deliverables, to meet aggressive project timelines
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent documentation skills; must be able to provide written updates for all levels of management

Education and/or Experience:

Minimum of six years’ experience in data networking and/or wireless technologies
2 years minimum experience with network maintenance and administration.
Advanced level knowledge and experience in IP networking and Protocols
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience in electrical engineering, computer engineering, telecommunications, or the equivalent.
Experience managing and implementing large network (wired or wireless) environments.
General Certifications, Licenses and Additional Requirements:
- Network certifications are a plus.
  - WCNA
  - CompTIA Network+
  - JNCIE-ENT
  - CCNP
  - CCIE
  - or equivalent preferred
- Travel within the region and/or throughout the country could be required
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record
- Must pass an extensive background check and/or drug screening tests
- This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Position will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.