Network Engineer 2

A telecommunication network engineer performs maintenance, sustainment of existing networks, and identification/correction of issues. Resolve routine network problems; operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators. Monitors data or voice system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues. Activates scripts as alarms occur or issues surface. Confirms accuracy of messages, alarms or issues and/or determines severity of problem, issue or alarm. Initiates resolution as appropriate. Troubleshoots problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures; escalates as appropriate. Researches issues to determine if problem may be resolved using predefined procedures. Resolves basic issues; documents the results. Communicates occurrence of alarms or issues and resulting actions taken to resolve or escalate problem. Executes scheduled maintenance routines in accordance with standard procedures. Identifies issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; escalates when necessary. Activates/deactivates network lines according to established schedules. Performs first- and/or second-level problem determination (first level is help desk). Interfaces with users and/or network vendors. Can follow detailed work instructions. Great professional growth opportunity!

Responsibilities

Performs maintenance and sustainment of existing networks; Identifies and corrects network issues; Resolves routine network problems; Operates network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators; Monitors data or voice system networks for messages, alarms, or issues; Troubleshoots problems using scripts and standard procedures; escalates as appropriate; Researches issues to determine if predefined procedures may resolve them; Documents results and communicates alarms, issues, and actions taken; Executes scheduled maintenance routines; Activates/deactivates network lines according to established schedules; Performs first- and/or second-level problem determination; Interfaces with users and/or network vendors

Requirements

Eight (8) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity; Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university (four additional years of network engineering experience may be substituted); IAT level II baseline certification; CCNA, or equivalent, certification or higher; Experience supporting WAN technologies such as SONET (OC3, OC48, OC192), DS3, T1, etc.; Experience with Taclanes/KG-175, etc.; Experience with MPLS, BGP, VPNs, etc.; Must be able to lift 50lbs; Must be able to drive company vehicle; Must be available to work an 8 hour shift between the hours of 6am-6pm, as determined by management; Active tier authorization to view nondisclosed information

Nice to have

Experience with installation and configuration of network devices, such as firewalls, switches, routers, cabling, Cisco, Brocade, or Juniper devices; CompTIA Network+, CCENT, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision/Other Insurance Benefits; Excellent 401K plans; 11 Paid Company Holidays & PTO Tiers; Educational Reimbursement Program; Recognition of outstanding work and other employee incentives; Opportunities for advancement; Competitive salaries