Network Engineer

Verizon Communications Inc.
Houston, TX, United States
4 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$80,000.0 - $90,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Word Artificial Intelligence Border Gateway Protocol VoIP Complex Networks Cyber Security Data Centers Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Networks Ethernet Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol Hot Standby Router Protocol Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
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IP Addressing Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC) IPv4 IPv6 Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Multi-protocol Systems Local Area Networks Simple Mail Transfer Protocols Network Architecture Network Connections Network Planning and Design Network Monitoring Routing Network Service Network Protocols TCP/IP Wide Area Networks Cisco Anyconnect Network Routers Dynamic Routing Ethernet Local Area Network ServiceNow IT Service Management Firewalls (Computer Science) Information Technology SolarWinds (Software) Network Support Wireless Technologies Firepower Firewall Services Module Cisco SSL VPN Servicenow

Job description

Responsible for maintaining reliable, secure, and efficient network communication throughout a complex network system. Must have extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with Cisco networks- routing and switching standards and technologies, wireless technology, SDWAN, Firepower, and Load Balancing skills.

Assist with day-to-day operations and handle several priorities, network-related incidents, troubleshoot, resolve issues, and communicate with users. Participate in network design, peer review, and configuration of Cisco devices from scratch to fulfill network infrastructure requirements. Monitor and maintain network performance, capacity management, and bandwidth utilization across the entire production networks, Responsible for maintaining the stability and integrity of complex network infrastructure data, voice, and wireless connectivity by regularly evaluating in-place network infrastructure throughout the company’s production network

Responsible for maintaining efficient and reliable in-place network connectivity for remote sites, corporate offices, and data centers through various centralized management tools - not limited to SDWAN Orchestrator, firewall management central, GUI interfaces, SecureCRT to resolve complex networking-related issues & outages

Responsible for administering the ServiceNow ticketing system, handling several network incidents, troubleshooting, identifying, resolving issues, and communicating resolution efficiently while maintaining SLA standards

Provide prompt network support to corporate users, remote users, resolving their issues via ServiceNow, and proactively verifying efficient corporate network connectivity and managing WAN/LAN deployment

Regularly review and maintain firewall rules as directed, and exercise extreme caution when implementing any new rules on the Firewall in the Data Center and Corporate Offices. As a part of the security requirement, follow the rules and specific procedures provided to implement any add, delete, and modify firewall rules, when required

Responsible for managing and delivering multiple projects with expected due dates, ensuring to keep all parties involved informed of progress/obstacle. As per the project requirement, configure the Cisco device (Routers, Switches, Firepower) from scratch, perform tests and deploy, and monitor network performance for remote, corporate sites

Require to follow the in-place procedure for change management while implementing any changes to the production environment by obtaining proper approvals from the involved team

Responsible to execute after hour netwok maintenance for remote sites, corporate offices, not limited to LAN/WAN router switches, SDWAN, wireless technology, after the change process has been fully approved

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Responsible for creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation for all implemented network systems and updates for each system change

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Requirements

5+ years of experience in a LAN/WAN engineering role performing duties at all levels of the network services with a BS in Computer Information Systems or related field

5+ years of hands-on experience in network design, deployment, managing/maintaining, and troubleshooting networking protocols and technologies such as: Wide Area Networks, Local Area Networks, MPLS, DMVPN, and SDWAN technology, routing, switching, and other protocols such as BGP, EIGRP, TCP/IP, SMTP, HSRP, etc., security appliances, wireless technology, data center experience, and other related technologies or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience with IP addressing, VLSM, and IP routing protocols (EIGRP, BGP)

Experience with Cisco technologies (Catalyst, ASR, Cisco, ASA, Cisco AnyConnect)

Strong knowledge of IPv4, IPv6, VOIP, MPLS, SSL VPN, IPSec VPN

Experience with support tools such as industry-standard network monitoring systems (SolarWinds, Auvik, syslog servers)

Problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to respond to common and complex inquiries

Require Cisco CCNA certified, Cisco CCNP preferred

Project management, organization, and prioritizing skills are a must

Excellent attitude and interpersonal skills

Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as needed

Benefits & conditions

Be an Early Applicant Hybrid Colorado Springs, CO, USA 80K-90K Annually Senior level Hybrid Colorado Springs, CO, USA 80K-90K Annually Senior level Maintains and troubleshoots complex Cisco-based LAN, WAN, wireless, SD-WAN, firewall, and data center networks. Configures and deploys routers, switches, Firepower, and related infrastructure; manages incidents through ServiceNow; monitors network performance and capacity; implements approved changes; supports projects, vendors, documentation, and after-hours maintenance. Participates in on-call rotation and provides network support to corporate and remote users. The summary above was generated by AI

Pay Range:

  • $80000 - $90000 / year

Our Perks & Benefits:_

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Performance-based bonuses to reward your contributions*
  • Paid time off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Flexible work options, including remote and hybrid opportunities, if eligible
  • Retirement Plan (401k) with company-matched contributions
  • Education Advancement, for employees and qualified dependents, via the Confie Enablement Scholarship Fund
  • Fitness Reimbursement - up to $15/month for gym memberships
  • Inclusive workplace through a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Employee Assistance Program - confidential support for personal or professional challenges, at no cost
  • Extra Perks - optional plans for disability, hospital indemnity, health advocate program, universal life, critical illness, accident insurance, and even pet insurance

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