Network Engineer

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or relevant discipline
• Seven (7) years of practical experience in a network engineer role
• Design and engineering experience of complex telecommunications networks
• Ability to diagnose and remediate complex network issues
• Technical knowledge of advanced Ethernet switching, IP routing (OSPF, VRRP, BGP)
• Intimate knowledge of fiber optic transmission, termination, and testing practices
• Working knowledge of complex network infrastructure security (ACLs, stateful policies, intrusion detection, and prevention)
• Experienced in network management and testing (DWDM, optical fiber, wireless)
• Experienced in various WAN protocols
• Ability to stand, bend, and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Cisco Certified Network Professional, Cisco Certified Design Professional or equivalent

PREFERRED ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS (In addition to above)

• Familiarity with next generation technologies including but not limited to MetroE, DWDM, FFx, IP/MPLS, IPv6, and wireless
• Hands-on experience with Ciena, Cisco, Juniper, Nokia, and HP switches and routers