Databank Holdings Dallas , TX 75202
Posted 1 month ago
Tier 3/Network Systems Engineer
DataBank is a leading service provider of enterprise class services aimed at providing 100% uptime and availability of customer data, applications, and equipment. DataBank's managed data center services are built around its world-class facilities, multi-homed Internet access hub, and multi-terabyte storage area network. We provide a redundant managed colocation environment for companies wishing to outsource their entire computer room infrastructure. This environment consists of space, power and network transport services.
The Tier 3/Network Systems Engineer is a member of the Tier 3, Systems Engineering team in the Manages Services department and reports to the Director of Managed Services. This individual will provide system management and monitoring to meet and exceed the SLA requirements of DataBank as well as maintain industry best practices and procedures for operation in a multi data center environment. The Systems Engineer will be part of the team that addresses Networking, Windows, Linux, Cloud, and Application issues and brings them to resolution. They also assist in the documentation and training of the Support team.
The ideal candidate for this position will be a quick learner who can solve complex problems related to various technologies. Additionally, this candidate will have excellent communication skills and work well in a fast-paced, growing environment. The candidate must be able to support and maintain systems in an enterprise environment. This individual will be someone who can take direction from senior management, but also seek opportunities to improve and stabilize the environment and implement efficiencies in daily processes.
Responsibilities
Routing & switching, Firewall, Load Balancing, IDS/IPS, and DDoS
Troubleshoot and resolve problems related to virtual platforms and virtual infrastructure including vCenter and vCloud Director
Perform maintenance activities within the VMware platform
Management and operations of Microsoft Windows-based server systems and associated technologies including server clustering, DHCP, DNS and WINS and DFS
Troubleshoot network issues related to routing, firewalls and Load Balancers
Helping create and maintain team standards, policies and procedures
Configuration and management of Microsoft Active Directory, including implementations and their interoperability with disparate directory structures and security methods in a business enterprise environment
Troubleshooting issues related to web services, specifically IIS, Apache, NGINX and ColdFusion
Troubleshooting issues related to Databases such as MySQL and MSSQL
Provide technical assistance to DataBank's customers for the support and management of Windows and Linux Servers
Provide proactive monitoring for all production systems in an enterprise environment to include those related to performance, failed hardware, alert conditions and other issues that affect business operations in a production environment
Identify and implement efficiencies to daily processes and procedures
Responsibilities will include participation in an "on call" rotation and provide after-hours availability
Assist in troubleshooting issues with Backup and Restore utilizing Veeam, Commvault, Zerto and Avamar
Perform and Document Decommissioning of Physical and Virtual servers and firewalls
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
May perform other duties and responsibilities that management deems necessary from time to time.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience required in the Information Technology field
Experience with OSPF, BGP, EVPN/VXLAN, STP, MPLS, DMVPN, VPN, IPSEC, DNS, DHCP, NTP
Experience managing large scale Layer 2/3 topologies
Experience with (JunOS, MX, QFX, EX)(Cisco IOS/NX-OS, Nexus 4k/7k, FEX, 6500, 7600)
Experience with Firewalls, Load Balancers, DDOS, IPSec and IDS/IPS
Experience with Cisco ASA (5515 -5585 with SSPx), ASAv (5,10,30,50), Palo Alto( 800/3000/5000 series
Experience with F5 server load balancing: LTM and DNS
Experience working Windows and or Linux platforms; ability to troubleshoot network connectivity issues at both an application and Server OS level
Experience and working knowledge of Virtual infrastructure technologies, specifically VMware
Experience managing and configuring Active Directory including, replication services, group policies and folder redirection
Scripting experience with Python, PHP or PowerShell is recommended
Experience with Web Applications (IIS, Apache, PHP, NGINX, etc)
Fundamental Backup and Patching knowledge
Fundamental Monitoring Knowledge
Experience with Sciencelogic, Zabbix a plus, or other monitoring platforms such as Libre or NAGIOS
Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving and organizational skills
Superior customer service skills
Project management oriented with ability to lead project planning through implementation
Strong written and verbal skills, comfortable preparing documentation of procedures and guidelines
Detail orientation, and the ability to record, organize, and communicate
Ability to work flexible schedules when required
Ability to multitask and appropriately prioritize duties
A self-starter who can excel in a team environment of a growing and dynamic enterprise. A nonpolitical team player who can build immediate credibility with all teams
Occasional travel may be required
Experience with Ansible a plus
Databank Holdings