Associate Network Engineer - Routing/Switching - CCNA/Network+

Extreme Networks
San Jose, United States of America
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior
Compensation
$ 60K

Job location

San Jose, United States of America

Tech stack

Wireless LAN
Artificial Intelligence
Application Lifecycle Management
Computer Security
Networking Hardware
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Nagios
Network Architecture
Routing
NMap
Ping (Networking Utility)
Remote Access Technology
Zero Trust Network Access
SAP Sales and Distribution
Simple Network Management Protocols
Syslog
Tcpdump
Wireshark
Wide Area Networks
Wireless Access Point
Network Routers
Diagnostic Tools
Dynamic Routing
Computer Networking Systems
Load Balancing
Grafana
IT Architecture
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Information Technology
Network Support
Cacti
ServiceNow

Job description

As part of the IT Network Operations team, you will have the opportunity to work across a broad scope of network technologies and IT solutions, responsible for the operations and support of a global network infrastructure. You will wear a multitude of hats on any given day; this role provides exposure to a wide array of network technologies and vendor solutions, making it a great opportunity to expand your skill set. We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance while empowering our team to deliver exceptional service. Your primary responsibilities include end-user support, lifecycle management for network hardware and software, and troubleshooting first and second-level network issues. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will help optimize our network infrastructure to ensure a stable, secure, and high-performing environment.

What you'll gain:

Hands-on experience with a variety of technologies, including Firewalls, Switches, Routers, Wireless Access Points (AP), and troubleshooting tools

Opportunities to grow your expertise in Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and next-generation networking solutions.

A team-oriented environment where collaboration and professional development are encouraged., * Support and maintain user and server networks, including wired and wireless LANs, VPNs, SD-WANs, remote access, dynamic routing and switching, firewalls, and load balancers.

  • Troubleshoot, monitor, and ensure adherence to IT security standards for network infrastructure.
  • Report and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Maintain network documentation and manage changes through change management processes in ServiceNow following ITIL best practices
  • Network support, management and monitoring using our portfolio of tools, e.g., NetBox, Cacti, Wireshark, ExtremeCloud IQ and Extreme Site Engine, Nagios/Grafana and Extreme AI Expert
  • Support incident management and be on call as needed.
  • Collaborate closely with IT infrastructure, IT security, IT architecture, and application management teams on consulting and troubleshooting tasks.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Wireshark?, Do you have a Associate's degree?, * Associate college diploma in computer science, Information Technology or a related field; or 1+ years of equivalent and proven experience in network support, administration or engineering.

  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Network+, CCNA) are a strong advantage.
  • Hands on experience with networking devices.
  • Experience with packet-level troubleshooting (e.g., Wireshark, Tcpdump, Ping and Trace tools, Syslog, IPerf, SNMP, NMAP).
  • Strong analytical and solution-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to work both within a collaborative team environment as well as taking initiative as an independent self-starter.

About the company

Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions. They rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver unprecedented progress. With double-digit growth year over year, no provider is better positioned to deliver scalable outcomes than Extreme. Inclusion is one of our core values and in our DNA. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that embraces our differences and creates an atmosphere where all our employees thrive because of their differences, not in spite of them. Become part of Something big with Extreme! As a global networking leader, learn why there's no better time to join the Extreme team.

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