Sr. Network Engineer

Title:

Senior Network Engineer

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Reports To:

Sr Manager of Network and Cyber Security

Department:

Information Systems

Employment Status:

Full-time

Date Created/Last Evaluated:

03/25/2022

Summary:

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for the ongoing configuration and support of the organization's network infrastructure that powers the wired, wireless, and VoIP needs of the main campus, extension sites and all stores. They are charged with configuring, and maintaining enterprise level networks to support data communications.  Key duties include configuring wireless LANs, Cisco routers and switches, monitor and troubleshoot network nodes and wired/wireless connections, also deploy, remove, and replace networking nodes and patching, including broadband and wireless technologies.

Essential Functions:

·         Deep knowledge of network management processes and tools, wireless and wired networks, wiring and cabling standards, and connections

·         Strong knowledge and experience with communications, wide and local area networking and all relevant software and hardware

·         Excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills

·         Strong ability to source information from users, vendors, and colleagues and deliver it to the required audience

·         Strong documentation and reporting skills to effectively document routine technical problems, and to summarize the problems for various clients, including business and technical clients

·         Strong ability to prioritize routine administrative tasks and to complete assigned duties within set deadline

·         Profound ability to perform systems analysis and information gathering

·         Strong project management ability to develop simple project plans from identifying major milestones for small projects.

·         Ability to manage competing priorities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Possess a Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution, or a degree in other related field; also may be accepted is a combination of relevant experience, education, or/and certification

·         Five or more years of experience in network administration, support & design

• Enterprise networking experience, including structured cabling and enterprise networked equipment

Minimum Requirements:

Five or more years of progressive experience with

• Enterprise wired networks
• Enterprise wireless networking
• Network administration, development, and monitoring
• Cisco wireless management preferred
• Experience with routing protocols-BGP, OSPF, EIGRP
• Internet connectivity to include dual internet connections
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Cisco CCNA, CCNP, CCIE or equivalent network certifications

·         Cisco Prime Infrastructure

·         Cisco ISE

·         Cisco IOS-XE

·         Cisco ThousandEyes

·         Cisco Secure Network Analytics

·         Cisco DNA Center

·         Cisco Nexus 9000 series

·         Cisco Catalyst

·         F5 BIG-IP management and support

·         AAA understanding of Radius and TACACS+

·         Network Management

·         Cisco Call Manager and Voice Technologies

·         Wireshark, Netflow and Live Action

Physical Demands:

·         Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

·         Ability to crawl, kneel, and reach

Work Environment:

·         Corporate Office Environment

·         24x7 Network Operations environment, on-call work may be an essential function of the job.

·         Occasional travel to local data center and stores

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills requires of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.