Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, MIS or related field, or equivalent experience
3-5 years' experience in networking including design and administration
Experience with Juniper and Cisco networking equipment
Expert-level knowledge of routers, switches, and firewalls
Extensive network troubleshooting skills
Responsibilities
Plan, design, and coordinate enterprise network components
Consult with users to assess information needs and define network solutions
Perform installation, maintenance, upgrades, and technical support
Conduct research and development in network systems and technologies
Develop hardware configuration plans for network systems
Coordinate with management for hardware and software acquisitions
Establish and document procedures for network operation and security
Benefits
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional certification
Supportive work environment fostering collaboration
Access to cutting-edge networking technologies
Flexible work arrangements
Potential for career advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
Essential Functions
Plans, designs, and coordinates the various components of an enterprise network system
Consults with users and program management conducting information assessments to determine user needs and to define network solutions to meet user requirements
Performs installation, maintenance, upgrade, testing, and support
Conducts research and development in network systems and related technologies
Establishes methods and procedures for use of the network systems including hardware, software, and communications devices
Works with other information technology staff to ensure the network environment is consistent with the company objectives and is compatible with existing applications and security requirements
Assists with the effort of monitoring, supporting, and maintaining the organization's security posture
Coordinates and ensures the standard implementation of policies, procedures and systems operations with support personnel. Writes and/or maintains up-to-date documentation for network software and operational procedures
Develops hardware configuration plans for network systems
Reassesses the effectiveness of network hardware, software, and communications performance
Ensures network equipment and software is meeting the needs of the business
Analyzes and resolves network hardware, software, and communications problems using diagnostic software and/or technical troubleshooting processes
Monitors the hardware to ensure it is properly maintained
Coordinates with management for the acquisition of and contracting for hardware, software, and information technology services (including maintenance)
Conducts on-going network system audits to evaluate the utility and efficiency of the networks hardware, software, and communications components and the effectiveness in meeting management information needs
Develops and maintains positive relationships with key network vendors and business partners
Develops and maintains disaster recovery procedures for the network and network resources
Performs related work as required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Experience in an enterprise computing environment
Knowledge of network wiring/cabling
Expert level experience with routers, switches, and firewalls
Extensive knowledge of network troubleshooting techniques
Knowledge of distributed processing operations, procedures, and equipment
Knowledge of problem-solving techniques
Knowledge of computers and software
Ability to process information logically and solve problems
Ability to monitor and resolve problems with distributed computer systems components
Ability to identify and define user enterprise network needs
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, MIS or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
3-5 years' of networking experience including design and administration
Experience with Juniper and Cisco networking equipment.
