Network Analyst

NextGen Staffing

Houston, TX, United States

27 days ago

Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Experience required

7 years minimum

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

www.dice.com

Tech stack

Border Gateway Protocol Spanning Tree Protocols Business Software Configuration Management Communications Protocols Cyber Security Computer Networks Computer Engineering Ethernet Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol Networking Hardware Network Troubleshooting

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Modbus Routing Network Management System Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) Software Systems System Software Wireshark Virtual Local Area Networks Data Storage Technologies Computer Equipment Information Technology Process Control Systems Cisco

Job description

The main function of a Network Analyst is to determine user requirements and design specifications for computer networks. A typical network engineer is responsible for planning and implementing network upgrades. Job Responsibilities

Planning, design, and installation of routers, switches, or other network components
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the following: spanning tree, routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), VLAN technologies, WAN protocols
Conduct network troubleshooting using network protocol analysis tools such as Wireshark
Possess good working knowledge and experience in planning, design, installation, and support of LAN (Ethernet, Gig-Ethernet)
Possess good working knowledge and experience in Industrial Control Systems (ICS) protocols such as: CONITEL, DNP, Modbus and 68150
Possess good working knowledge of cybersecurity
Possess good NERC-CIP knowledge and SME (Subject Matter Expert) during audits
Conduct knowledge transfer activities with peers or other support groups
Responsible for vendor comparisons as needed
Maintain network drawings
Provide testing for new network hardware and software solutions
Accountable for adhering to Change Management process for network related incidents
Participates in process improvement initiatives
Serve as member of technical team on selected large-scale substation networking projects
Provides support, testing, troubleshooting for all business applications
Utilize intelligent network management tools to isolate problems or improve network performance

Requirements

Network Engineer Route/Switch
NERC CIP
Understanding of OT network s, * Bachelor s degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required
5 7 years experience required
Network/systems administration/related work experience required
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification a plus
Knowledge of computer hardware as it relates to data storage
Knowledge of computer software, such as configuration management software, desktop communications software, operating system software and internet directory services software