Mid Network Administrator (Only W2)

Mid Network Administrator – Network Operations

SUMMARY:

Deploy and maintain data networks, including local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) elements. Candidate will be responsible for the installation / configuration / maintenance of medium sized datacenter and large retail network. The candidate will be responsible for the configuration and management of Juniper/Cisco LAN Switches, Solarwinds Network Management servers.. Candidate develops policies, and procedures as they relate to data and voice technologies; ensures compliance with enterprise policies, procedures, standards and goals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·  Configure and maintain data devices and systems

·  Develops and implements monitoring and measuring systems that include usage data collection

·  Responsible for System Configuration, system hardening, system troubleshooting, and interface troubleshooting

·  Configuring and Operating Juniper/Cisco IOS; troubleshooting Switch Issues; Router Issues.

·  Responsible for implementing VLANs and Trunks; securing the Expanded Network; troubleshooting Switched Networks

·  Management of network elements within network management tool to ensure all network devices managed are including in active polling. Add/delete/update network elements as needed.

·  Utilize network management tool to proactively investigate/research and troubleshoot all potential network issues.

·  Understands retail operations being supported; Implements data and voice solutions to align with operations and security goals.

·  Proposes changes in operations and/or established systems in an effort to enhance controls or improve efficiencies through better use of technology.

·  Completes other duties, including special projects, as assigned by Management.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an IT related field or equivalent skills and experience preferred.

• Individual is required to carry a support phone 24 x 7 on a rotational basis.

Work Experience Desired:

·  5+ years experience with Cisco IOS/Juniper IOS

·  Technology certificate CCNA or higher preferred

·  Expert knowledge of Cisco routers, switches, and security concepts

·  Intermediate knowledge of SD_WAN/Cloud environments

·  Knowledge of Networking best practices and industry standards.

·  Familiarity with VMware and distributed switching.

·  Familiarity with Windows OS

·  Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

·  Attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality.

·  Ability to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines.

·  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·  Ability to adapt to changing environment.

·  Familiarity of Word, Excel, and other MS Office suite applications

·  Ability to perform repeated bending, standing, and reaching

·  Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds