Network Engineer

Job Description:


This Network Engineer with wireless expertise will work in our NOC and will be required to
maintain a reliable, secure, and efficient wired and wireless data communications network. The
ideal candidate will have a background in managing wireless network equipment, which includes
installing, configuring, and maintaining it within a variety of parameters. This professional will
also be knowledgeable about industry Wired and Wi-Fi standards and best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Installing any necessary hardware or software, including those for backups or to monitor

system performance.

• Troubleshooting tasks to prevent downtime.
• Providing solutions for upgrade management
• Developing plans to address consistent wireless network problems.
• Planning for future strategies and initiatives to keep the network operating at high

performance.

• Collaborating with vendors and network managers on implementation and deployment
• Installing and managing firewalls and other network security protections
• Training in-house staff on wireless technologies, if applicable
• Putting solutions in place to continuously test network performance.
• Testing and modifying equipment as needed.
• Configure and deploying CISCO switches and access points appropriately and

effectively.

• Conducting site surveys

Training & Development:
 Strong research and troubleshooting skills
 Stay current on all Wireless technology platforms and systems to ensure the users get the
requirement functionality to perform their job.
Support:
 Respond, resolve, or ensure wireless and network issues are resolved when assigned by the
Service Desk
 Write technical and end-user documentation for assigned projects
 Provide all necessary system, maintenance, and disaster recovery plan documents.
 Perform system installation support and ensure all necessary system security requirements.
 Responsible for researching and problem resolution and must coordinate activities with
IT support staff as required and document findings.
 Maintain software licenses and maintenance support from software vendors
 Follow division team handbook, policies and procedures, software standards, software
development lifecycle and change management
 Work collaboratively with others to achieve team and organizational goals; prioritize
projects and/or tasks; provide constructive input to achieve team goals
 Deliver a customer-focused, responsive service to customers; support efforts to enhance
business efficiency and effectiveness; demonstrate a positive, "can-do” attitude; respond
constructively to new information, changing conditions, and unexpected obstacles
 Prepare management reports related to system audit, availability and performance as
needed.
 Submit appropriate change order documentation for moves, adds, and changes of the
systems
 Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Decision-Making
 Decision Making
 Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks. Follows standardized
procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.
Leadership Provided
 Serves as a technical resource or mentor to other employees. May lead or instruct less
experienced workers in high level or technical jobs.

 May give presentations to upper management on upgrades and server improvements and
findings.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
 Proven experience in a network engineer role
 Hands on experience in networking, routing, switching, and wireless
 Excellent knowledge of best practices around management, control, and monitoring of wi-fi
network infrastructures
 Experience with Cisco wireless land controllers, implementation, troubleshooting, and problem
resolution
 Ability to set up and configure network devices such as access points
 Great at organizing, prioritizing, and multitasking
 Cisco training and certifications
 CWNA training and certification a plus
 Evening and overnight hours are required, and weekend work may be required

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience
 Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering or related field (Equivalent
professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an
exception basis). 5 years of server experience.
Preferred Education & Experience
 Master's degree in computer science or engineering (equivalent professional experience
may be considered for substitution for the master's degree on an exception basis) with 5-
8 years' of directly related professional work.
Certifications
 Cisco CCNA, CCIE Wireless, CCNP, and ITIL highly desired
 Candidate must have current driver's license.
 Essential Capabilities and Work Environment
 Candidate may be required to lift 40lbs and stand or walk for long periods of time.
 Candidate must have the ability to work flexible hours including weekends or on-call
rotation.