Senior Network Engineer

Remote

Phone + Skype

Job Description:

The Sr. Network Engineer is responsible for the design, testing and implementation of the University’s LAN, WLAN, WAN, Internet, Intranet, and Cloud network infrastructure. This includes development and testing of router, switch, and wireless hardware and network management server configurations; supporting/troubleshooting of network/system problems; coordinating with vendors for installation of network hardware and systems, and implementation plans and timelines.

The Sr. Network Engineer will work with IT, the business, and 3rd party vendors regarding design, implementation and support of systems, networks and applications associated with a world class university production-computing environment.

This position will report to the Network Architect and will bring a strong in-depth knowledge of all aspects of network information systems in a large environment. They will work together with the stakeholders, leadership and subject matter experts to effectively design, test, implement and support effective technical solutions that maps to the organization's strategy, processes, information, and information technology assets. These solutions will be engineered not only to serve the current needs of the organization but also with strong consideration for providing service well into the future.

Sr. Network Engineer Duties and Responsibilities:

The Sr. Network Engineer should possess analytical, problem-solving and communication skills. They should be a team-building, detail-oriented leader with extensive knowledge of various types of network, security and wireless systems. Strong time management and critical thinking skills are also necessary. In addition to these vital abilities, the Sr. Network Engineer should also be capable of the following:

Assessing the university’s network needs

Designing the network infrastructure including router, switch, wireless, firewall, VPN, load balancing, and network management server configurations

Developing short- and long-term roadmaps for technology and services

Designing and recommending data network systems that are tested and proven to meet current and projected demands

Implementing new network technologies and services and integrating with existing systems

Communicating effectively with internal university partners and clients

Effectively managing external partners and suppliers

Clearly documenting requirements and designs

Communicating proposals and implementation planning to network engineering and operations teams

Working with network engineering and operations teams and applying troubleshooting skills to resolve network and system issues

Coordinating with vendors for installation of network and systems hardware and developing project implementation plans and timelines

Developing network configuration templates for standardized configuration deployment

Deploying network devices, firmware updates, and configuration changes in an automated fashion utilizing scripting and automation platforms

Ensuring optimal design, operation, interoperability and performance of network related hardware and software

Keeping abreast of industry trends and changes in network software and hardware technologies in order to improve current service levels

Being available off-hours for emergencies and change windows as required

Performing regular on-call duties as scheduled

Facilitating training and development of network engineering and operations teams across all platforms to ensure solid understanding of the overall infrastructure

Analyzing solution requirements and assisting with the technical design and implementation to address complex business and technology needs

Adhering to problem resolution and escalation procedures, documenting, and responding to all related system problems and resolving them on a timely basis

Having a strong knowledge of IT operational and technical support process frameworks

Notifying management of problem areas and developing backup strategies and emergency plans

Sr. Network Engineer Technical Skills:

LAN

WAN/MAN

Wireless

Security/Firewall

Network Segmentation

Network Abstraction

Data Center

Network Access Control

Routing (BGP, OSPF)

Network Virtualization Fabrics/Overlays (MPLS/VPLS, L3VPN, EVPN-VXLAN)

Cloud (AWS, Azure)

DNS/DHCP

Scripting and Automation

Network Monitoring

Optical DWDM

Vendor Knowledge:

Juniper

Aruba

Cisco

Palo Alto

F5

AWS

Azure

EfficientIP

Netbox/Nautobot, Ansible, Python, Perl, or similar

General Requirements:

Exceptional documentation skills that can clearly articulate technical designs, issues and constraints, procedures, and assessments

Excellent presentation and communication skills regarding technical and non-technical concepts

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish professional working relationships with varying levels of both business and technical personnel

Ability to drive development of standards and implementation of automation

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 10 years’ experience working with Network Routing, Switching, Wireless, and Network Security.

Advanced Certification in Networking

Exceptional planning and project implementation skills to achieve high visibility solutions

Exceptional communication skills

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to prioritize and balance workload in a high-demand environment

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in Higher Education environments is preferred if possible