Sr Network Engineer

Opening

Full Time 40 hours Range URG 114 University IT / CTS

Schedule

8 AM-5 PM

Responsibilities

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Provides conceptual design, implementation and operational support for organizational networks, including LAN/WAN, backbone/data center infrastructures and network related services.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instructs, advises and mentors personnel on established standards and provides technical expertise and guidance to ensure optimum efficiency and program progress. Assists in the development of policies and procedures, ensuring that documentation is kept current and complete.

• Develops design specifications for network topologies, electronics and distribution systems from general requirements. May also develop cabling specs based on assigned area or function. Develops physical or virtual segmentation schemes to satisfy various connectivity requirements. Develops, documents and implements standards for all network components.

• Plans, organizes and directs the activities of assigned staff. Participates in the selection, training and orientation of team members and provides input on performance. Assists in the development and management of division budget and participates in vendor negotiations.

• Directs and performs troubleshooting as required to identify root cause for any business impacting events. Acts as escalation point of contact. Documents and identifies root causes and develops processes to limit recurring issues.

• Configures and deploys network management tools to monitor network capacity and maximize network availability.

• Develops timelines showing phasing, interdependencies and resource requirements. Translates project phases into discrete work orders for execution by subcontractors, when applicable. Produces bills-of-material as required by construction activities when needed. Produces itemized project cost estimates including labor and materials when needed.

• Provides on-call coverage to service network interruptions and serves as escalation to other team members in on-call rotations. Documents network topologies and cable plant interconnects. Maintains an inventory of network components throughout entire network infrastructure.

• Participates in department or user initiated quality improvement projects and works to build value for the organization. Attends technical classes or seminars and reads technical journals appropriate to maintaining skill proficiency. Leads initiatives in modern technologies and encourages innovation in other team members.

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline preferred.

• 7 years of related experience required.

• or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

• Experience working with large enterprise-wide LAN/WAN environments in a University or Hospital setting preferred.

• Familiarity with network electronics, including optical networking concepts, routers, switches, etc. required.

• Familiarity with network management tools, such as Intermapper, Netdisco, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, etc. required.

• Familiarity with Ethernet concepts and network routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP required.

• Familiarity with structured cable plant components and techniques for both fiber and copper required.

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills required

• Strong oral and written communication skills required.

• Thorough knowledge of TCP/IP protocols and addressing required.

• Cisco CCNA or CCNP preferred.

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How To Apply

All applicants must apply online.

EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Pay Range

Pay Range: $86,482 - $129,723 Annually

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.