SUMMARY:
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 3 years experience in the field of network engineering and/or network support. Primary responsibilities will include internal and external customer network management, network design for mobile IP connectivity for new customer deployments, and sales engineering support and training. Additional responsibilities include review and optimization of existing networks, network documentation, and integration of new IP converged mobile and fixed network applications. Candidate should have strong fundamental understanding of IP networks coupled with the ability to integrate innovative solutions for new technologies and complex deployment and configuration requirements.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:
-Experience configuring and managing Cisco ASA and PIX firewalls. (Experience with Juniper NS and ISG firewalls is a plus).
-Experience configuring and managing Cisco 2900, 3500, 3700, and 7200 series switches and routers.
-Experience with the Linux operating system (RedHat/CentOS preferred). Solid understanding of Linux operating system is required.
-Experience with AAA (LDAP and Radius), DNS, and PPP.
-Experience with SSL, IPSec, and PPTP VPN clients.
-Experience with network diagnostic tools including Wireshark/Ethereal, and TCP dump.
-Experience with network management platforms (OpenView, OpenNMS, Solar Windws, or Cacti) and SNMP/RMON/RRD.
-Experience with network and site documentation and requirements engineering. Hands-on experience with Visio, Diag, or ConceptDraw.
-Experience with network security analysis tools including Snort and NMAP.
-Experience with Cisco AIP, IDS, and ADS hardware as well as local and remote syslog configuration and analysis.
-Must be able to articulate design requirements and effectively communicate with project management and customers.
-Experience with Cisco Call Manager (CME/CUCM) is a plus
PC server and desktop hardware experience is a plus, but not required.
BS IS/CS/EE, MS is a plus
CCNA/CCNP/CSSP and/or RHCE certification is a plus
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:
-B.A. or equivalent degree; related degree; recent college graduates are encouraged to apply
-Minor in Telecommunications preferred
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills
-Strong work ethic and organizational and prioritization skills
-3+years related experience
-Technical report writing experience required