Tier 3 Network Engineer

Working Hours: TBD (usually US hrs | Night shift) Start Date : TBD Job Role & Responsibilities Designs, manages and monitors the operational activities of the data/voice/video network, including design, installation, configuration, maintenance, and security. Analyzes network functions and evaluates the services provided; develops plan of action and recommendations; identifies milestones and issues to be addressed, and generates reports as required. Provides technical leadership and guidance to technical staff; ensures compliance with policies and regulations, and that all issues are addressed and resolved. Monitors utilization trends, manages network performance, and assures maximum uptime; performs ongoing analysis, capacity planning, and technical tuning of the network systems to improve performance. Designs, configures, deploys, and maintains network infrastructure components; troubleshoots network to diagnose system problems; identifies, locates, resolves, and repairs problems; installs and configures software upgrades, file sharing, and domain security protocols; designs and monitors VMware infrastructure and United Communications (UC) systems, DMZ and Networks. Plans, develops, and designs network management and maintenance projects, including policies and procedures, operational improvements, backup and archival files. Coordinates operations activities with other departments and service providers; designs and implements campus-based LANs, connectivity issues, and cabling systems. Knowledge in setup, configuration, administration, of firewalls and firewall clusters along with multi-site policy configurations. Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Computer network domains, technologies, and protocols. Networked systems access and security guidelines and procedures. Network performance tuning techniques. Demonstrable knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls, Unified Collaboration and security technologies. Current trends and information sources for managing network systems. Project planning and management principles. System backup and recovery procedures and techniques. Job Requirements Required Skills and Certifications 8 years related work experience Fortinet Firewall Setup and Administration Palo Alto Firewall Setup and Administration VPN Setup and Administration Cisco Firewall Setup and Administration Dell & Cisco Switch Setup and Administration SolarWinds, PRTG, or Logic Monitor Knowledge QoS MPLS VPLS TAGGING VLANS BGP OSPF Client Site Visits & Travel CCNP Certification Skills Must possess required skills and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Make recommendations that impact the budget. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Assessing the client’s network and telecommunications support needs and developing and promoting effective solutions. Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands. Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials. Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy. Effectively using organizational and planning skills, with attention to detail and follow-through. Maintaining an established work schedule. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting #J-18808-Ljbffr