IT Network Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Procure, configure and install network hardware including switches, access points, UPS and PDUs
• Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues
• Plan and coordinate network outage windows with stakeholders to perform software updates, hardware refreshes and general network maintenance
• Perform wireless surveys to determine coverage gaps and implement solutions
• Configure and troubleshoot network access control (NAC) and other security features
• Perform job walks with customers, vendors and contractors to gather network requirements and create implementation plans accordingly
• Build and maintain our IDF rooms across our campus in accordance to our network standards
• Monitor network health using in-house and 3rd party tools
• Continuously create and update network documentation
• Manage our network hardware inventory
• BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other STEM discipline and 3+ years of professional network engineering experience; OR 5+ years of professional network engineering experience in lieu of a degree
• PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Understanding of the OSI model and network standards
• Hands on experience with the following:
• Cisco Catalyst and Arista data center class switches
• Cisco wireless LAN controllers or other wireless technologies
• Wave Division Multiplexing and Fiber Optics
• DNS, DHCP, SNMP, IP helpers, ARP, CDP, LLDP
• Switch port security features
• Network monitoring tools
• Documentation and procedural installation
• Linux/Windows system administration
• Industry standard certifications such as CCNA or CCNP
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
• Must be willing to work overtime and occasional weekends when necessary to support launch and critical project timelines