Are you inspired by the idea of supporting our nation’s critical infrastructure and securing communications for first responders, utilities, and transportation?
Are you an independent, self-motivated individual contributor also capable of rolling up your sleeves and supporting your teammates when unexpected challenges arise?
Company Overview
Eastern Communications, Ltd. is a critical communications provider based in Long Island City, Queens, NY. Founded in 1976, and acquired from original ownership in 2020, Eastern provides infrastructure, technical services, field replacement parts, and maintenance to a range of end users including public safety, transportation, utilities, and the federal government. The company has earned its exceptional reputation for delivering the highest quality products and services over its 40+ year history. In February 2023, Eastern acquired Marshalltown, Iowa-based RACOM corporation, and now comprises 200 employees across 16 locations nationwide.

Role Overview
The Eastern Communications Ltd. IT Network Engineer is an internal facing position to support the design, implementation, and on-going administration of entire network ecosystem. As the network engineer, you will not only work with members of the IT department, but also cross-functionally with field engineers and project managers when integrating our Managed Services and NOC (Network Operations Center) with client networks for remote monitoring and management. We have an expansive and diverse network ecosystem comprised of many tier-one providers such Cisco, Dell, and VMware. The role will also oversee the deployment and operational management of our internal telephony system. This is a hybrid position with a minimum of two days per week in office requirement along with a rotating on-call schedule.

Duties And Responsibilities

Develop and implement network architectures that align with the organization's business objectives and growth plans
Design and implement network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and other network devices
Create and maintain network diagrams and documentation
Install, configure, and troubleshoot network equipment
Configure network protocols, such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and routing protocols
Implement network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access control lists
Review risks and make appropriate recommendations
Monitor network performance and identify potential issues
Troubleshoot network problems and implement corrective actions
Maintain network documentation and update as needed
Implement and enforce network security policies and procedures
Stay up-to-date on emerging network security threats and vulnerabilities
Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
Participate in network infrastructure projects, from planning and design to implementation and maintenance
Coordinate with other IT teams and departments to ensure successful project execution

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
3+ years of experience in network engineering
Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols, VPNs)
Experience with network devices from leading vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet)
Knowledge of network security best practices and tools
Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Skills

Certifications such as CCNP, or CCIE
Experience with cloud-based networking (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
Knowledge of automation and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Ansible)
Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, Zabbix)

Benefits We Can Offer You

Health, dental and vision insurance
401k and company match
Annual Performance Review and Accompanied bonus
Paid holidays, vacation and sick days
Ongoing technical training
Advancement opportunities
Company-provided uniforms and safety equipment
Safe, clean & friendly work environment

If you are a talented and experienced IT Network Engineer who is looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

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