Job DescriptionYou will be part of a culture where information is shared, and new ideas are welcomed. We provide a positive experience with every candidate and manager we work with. You will have the ability to enhance the customer experience while learning all aspects of our business.
ResponsibilitiesCore Responsibilities- Plan, design, and implement the new Nokia IP/Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) network.
- Support the telecommunication requirements of the company's communication network.
- Create and develop Method of Procedures (MOP) used by IT to perform network management activities and research/resolve alerts.
- Support new project deployments including the use of Cisco DWDM, Ethernet, SONET, and Wireless/RF Infrastructure.
- Mostly travel to NYC area, but may require longer distance (less than 80 miles) to support 24/7 coverage of the computing and telecommunications infrastructure.
- Must be flexible and able to work off-hours as required to support deployments, resolve production problems or respond to corporate emergencies.
- Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.
QualificationsRequired Education/Experience- Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of (3) years of IT experience or
- Associate's Degree and a minimum of (5) years of IT experience or
- High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of (7) years of IT experience preferably in Information Technology.
Preferred Education/Experience- Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's Degree preferably in Information Technology, Computer Science or Engineering and a minimum of (3) years of IT experience
Relevant Work Experience- Strong working knowledge of IP routing protocols such as Intermediate System to Intermediate System (ISIS) and Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), required.
- Understand L2 and L3 protocols including MPLS, VPN, Label Distribution Protocol (LDP), Resource Reservation Protocol (RSVP), required.
- Experience in evaluating new technology, establishing standard design, and network management leading practices, required.
- Experience with network automation tools and scripting, required.
- Preferred experience with Nokia routing product line such as 7705 Service Aggregation Router (SAR) / 7250 Service Router, and NSP/NFM-P application, required.
Skills and Abilities- Demonstrated written communication skills
- Excellent collaboration and team building skills
- Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
Licenses and Certifications- Driver's License Required
- Other: CCNA; CCNP; or Nokia Preferred
Physical Demands- Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 40 pounds
- Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday
- Possess manual dexterity and the ability to use hands for the duration of the workday
- Ability to stoop, bend, reach, and kneel throughout the workday
- Ability to read small print and symbols
Additional Physical Demands- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as a hard hat, gloves, and safety shoes when required
Benefits:We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with robust matching
- Employer paid Pension Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
- State of the art Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
- Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
- Commuter Benefits
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits
*Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.
