Network Engineer

The Network Engineer is a member of the Americas Shared Services Networking Team and will be involved in a variety of projects. The ideal and successful candidate will be competent and experienced with networking principles, design, deployment, and support.

Network Engineer duties and responsibilities

• Design and implement new network solutions and/or improve the efficiency of current networks

• Offer best practice advice and recommendations towards overall network architecture and strategy

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the New Haven Datacenter

• Divisional SME that provides LAN, WAN, WLAN support to Divisional IT Admins

• Protect data, software, and hardware by coordinating, planning, and implementing network security measures

• Install, configure and support network equipment including routers, proxy servers, switches, WAN accelerators, DNS and DHCP

• Procure network equipment and manage subcontractors involved with network installation

• Configure firewalls, routing and switching to maximize network efficiency and security

• Maximize network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting

• Arrange scheduled upgrades

• Investigate faults in the network

• Update network equipment to the latest firmware releases

• Report network status to key stakeholders

Required Experience and Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in computer science, computer systems, or related field

• At least 3-5 years of proven experience supporting and architecting large scale enterprise IT network solutions for internal and outward facing applications

• CCNP/CCNA or equivalent certification in similar technology stack preferred

• Ability to learn new technologies quickly

• Ability to design and implement new network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of current networks within Global standards and practices

• Proven experience installing, configuring and supporting network equipment including routers, switches, firewalls, WAN/LAN protocols, and Wireless technologies

• Experience maximizing network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting

• Experience managing vendors and procuring network equipment

• Exposure and understanding of SD-WAN

• Strong communication (oral, written, presentation), interpersonal and consultative skills

• Ability to think through problems and visualize solutions

• A self-start able to work independently but comfortable working in a team environment

• Dependable and flexible when necessary

ASSA ABLOY is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veteran

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 52,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces - physical and virtual - safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results - not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions - supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it's important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

New Haven, CT, US, 06511

IT, Telecom & Internet

Travel Required: 0%-10%

Associate

31-May-2024

Nearest Major Market: New Haven

Nearest Secondary Market: Hartford