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M. C. Dean Network Engineer 2 - San Jose, CA in San Jose, California
Network Engineer 2 - San Jose, CA
ID 11241
Location San Jose, CA
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We offer an excellent benefits package including
A competitive salary
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Paid-time off
Tuition reimbursement
401k Retirement Plan
Military Reserve pay offset
Paid maternity leave
Pay Range : $86,550 - $138,480
General Description
The Network Engineer 2 is supporting the design, implementation, monitoring and managing the network solutions for the customers to ensure maximum uptime. The role can include system configurations and documenting the installation of a new network and maintaining and performs upgrade to software as required.
Technical Responsibilities
Qualifications:
• Strong IT background with experience.
• Previously owned the design of the entire network and built the network up from the ground.
• Expertise in implementing, administering, and troubleshooting network infrastructure devices, including firewalls, routers, switches, wireless access points, and monitoring applications.
• Acquiring computer systems, integrating firewalls, and configuration of equipment.
• Good understanding of all layer2 protocols (STP, VLAN, LACP, etc.)
• Maintain network security through proper configuration of VPN and Firewalls.
• Hands-on technical experience working with VPN technologies (IPSEC, SSL VPN, AnyConnect, DMVPN, etc.)
• Cybersecurity experience
Preferred Qualifications:
• CompTIA Network• CompTIA Security• CompTIA SySA• CCNA
• CCNP
Survey
Perform field surveys and coordinate with client to complete design engineering for communication system
Reports measurement results in actionable form to more senior personnel and management.
Conducts any surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites, as required
Design
Assist in a design process of new networks
Work with comm teams to appropriately model the network and throughput parameters
Maintain network designs for each SLA classification.
Assists Senior Engineers in preparation of Designs, including:
Subsystem Designs (CAD / Panels / Layouts / Wiring / Hardware / Communications)
Plans and Design Procedures and Fixtures for PITCO
Comment Resolution
Testing & Commission
Assist senior engineers in creating and updating testing and commissioning procedures
Preparation of test reports
Commissioning of deployed systems
Development of test fixtures and simulation devices
Perform device testing and signal analysis
Service & Maintenance
Monitors system performance and implements performance tuning
Serves as backup for team members during paid time off.
Perform hardware / software upgrades and replacements on existing systems
System Analysis and Reporting
Documents the crucial working procedures and Troubleshooting of network operations.
Employs basic understanding of network administration as related to business operations.
Assists team members in identifying and resolving basic/moderate Network/Telecom issues.
Interprets and analyzes results versus established benchmarks and goals.
Completes project tasks and assignments to meet project deadlines.
Contributes to own team and closely related teams through quality and accuracy of output.
Performing research on available technologies and products as needed by the Operations or Project managers.
Works with vendors to provide support required to meet internal SLA’s
Technical Skills
Working knowledge of technologies such as MPLS, TCP/IP, EIGRP, BGP, QoS, SD-WAN, Wireless.
Understanding of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) concepts.
Basic understanding of security issues and implications for network solutions.
Demonstrates a solid understanding of how the Internet works, and the associated interdependency of protocols.
Basic knowledge of network concepts, technologies, tools and philosophies, and the ability to design an organization's network infrastructure and services.
Basic knowledge of system development methodology, project management, system architecture an analytical/problem solving skills.
Managerial Responsibilities
Assists senior engineers in preparation of Bids and Proposals cost estimates and supporting documentation
Communication Skills
Strong oral, technical writing, and presentation skills
Ability to build productive relationships with team members, clients and other network/system stakeholders.
Field Experience
Experience in reading network and connectivity schematics and plans
Experience in reading network installation schematics and plans
Experience in network system startup, configuration, and calibration
Experience in testing and troubleshooting
Experience using basic electrical and machinist hand tools
Experience using testing, calibration, or industry-specific tools and software (spectrum analyzer, cable tester, Alignment tool)
Behavioral Skills
Must be able to balance high quality standards with schedule pressures and demanding environment.
Must be a resourceful self-starter, flexible, pro-active, solution-oriented and customer-oriented.
Licensure/Certification
Experience in computer networks
Experience with ticketing and monitoring toolset.
Experience in one or more network related hardware and software.
Standard Office Software (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.)
Standard Network Software (Visio, Wireshark, Putty, CLI, etc)
Experience / Education
0 to 2 years of experience with a Master's degree in engineering or higher (subtract 2 years from experience requirement)
2 to 4 years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, IT, or Computer engineering or related fields
Abilities
Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
Sitting for extended periods of time.
Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Identify and understand the speech of another person.
Applicants for this position may be required to obtain or provide proof of flu shots or of other vaccinations depending on customer requirements and nature of the position or demonstrate a valid basis for exception.
EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
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