SSUSA Job #1004: Level 1 Network Engineer

Job Description

LEVEL 1 NETWORK ENGINEER


One of our clients in NYC is seeking a Network Engineer Level 1 to install, troubleshoot and maintain campus wide Cisco enterprise infrastructure, including converged networks, wireless, and building systems. This is a highly technical, hands-on position which will require experience with Cisco networks.

Reporting to the Director of Infrastructure & Operations, this role will interact with internal and external teams responsible for the integration of disparate hardware and software systems.  This role will hold responsibility for the management and maintenance of the campus wide enterprise Cisco network.  This position will be responsible for ensuring the continued operation of existing infrastructure to support a variety of systems and services such as Wi-Fi,  Access Control, Life Safety Systems, Turnstiles, Voice, etc.) This is a highly technical hands-on position.  The successful individual will be highly pro-active, a self-starter, and comfortable working towards highly strategic goals.

 

Key Skills and Background Required:

  • 3 years of experience working in a Cisco environment
  • Intermediate knowledge of switching, routing, and wireless technologies (particularly Cisco), including 9k, 7k, and 5k network fabrics 
  • Working knowledge of networking technologies and methodologies (MPLS, VRF, VPC, etc.)
  • knowledge of VoIP/QoS design and deployment
  • Intermediate knowledge of Layer 1 infrastructure (fiber, copper, RF)
  • Experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 network infrastructure, best practices, and principles
  • Knowledge of network cyber-security best practices for firewalls, firewall configs, ACLs, etc.
  • Proven ability to effectively work with team members and business stakeholders across diverse roles and experience levels
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong diagramming and documentation skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
  • Motivated to learn

Preferred Qualifications:

·         CCNA

·         Other Cisco or CompTIA Network + Certification or similar is a plus

·         Experience with Cisco and Meraki technologies

·         Experience with EIGRP, HSRP, BGP, VPC, VRF, VLAN Tagging, Spanning Tree, WAN, Firewalls, VPN

·         Experience with Solarwinds and SPLUNK a plus 

SEND YOUR RESUME TO CLIFF@SSUSA.COM

MENTION JOB 1004 IN THE SUBJECT BOX

 

 

Job Location
New York City

Position Type
Permanent

Salary Range
TBD