20203 - Network Engineer III
Mongomery, AL
CBU: MAL
Purpose:
Will provide technical guidance and is responsible for establishing the direction for maintenance, standards, life-cycle management, design and implementation approaches for the Network and Security Infrastructure. Creates, evaluates and implements plans and design proposals for high impact IT solutions and their use involving leading edge technologies and methods considering key factors such as their long-term effectiveness (service delivery and cost), practicality, technical limitations, criticality, and coordinates with Headquarters. Leads or contributes to designs applied to all aspects of network and/or related infrastructure prototypes and eventual implementation. Performs work of high complexity and derives logical processes based on technical platforms. Engages in performance/integration testing, problem analysis, business and technical analysis.
Technical Skills:
- Configures corporate network architecture to meet company specific goals
- Installs and configures key network hardware (switches, routers, firewalls etc.)
- Investigates and solves various network issues that impact end user performance and production performance
- Maintains and configures the telecommunications network (VoIP telephone system and network integration)
- Designs and performs various network upgrades including projects involving cooperation from ISP (Internet Service Provider)
- Maintains and supports the wireless network infrastructure in RDC (Redistribution Center)
- Maps and documents network architecture
- Monitors and troubleshoots wide area network issues between Mobis and outside companies
- Maintains monthly service charges for network-based services (e.g. Mobis access to the global/MPLS network)
- Installs and maintains network security systems that monitor and protect the corporate network from threats
- Provides an immediate response to internal network threats including suspending service and responding directly to security violators
- Manages and troubleshoots VPN access for internal employees and remote subsidiary sites
- Administers the Network access Control System to block unauthorized attempts to access the Mobis network
- Administers web filters to block and log access to dangerous and prohibited web sites
- Manages Symantec Endpoint Protection Security and internal users rights (USB, CD, Video Conferencing)
- Provides support for PDAs, barcode scanners, and label printers
- Interfaces with HQ to resolve large scale service issues and outages of the RDC program infrastructure
- Manages and trains the PC support staff to administer helpdesk functions
- Other Duties as required
Project Management
- Plan a large portfolio of projects, tasks, issues and systems
- Plan projects from initial requirement stage on through completion stage, ensuring appropriate documentation and completion
- Conduct/Lead formal project meetings with team, other departments, and customers.
Decision Making:
Works in accordance with management's direction, adheres to Change Management policies and custodians resources responsibly. Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology majors preferred.
- At least 7+ years of experience as primary administrator for Network Infrastructure.
- Understanding of TCP/IP and LAN/WAN networking principles for wired and wireless technologies
- Knowledge of Cisco hardware and network operating system configuration (IOS, IOS-XE, etc.)
- Knowledge of routing protocols including EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP
- Knowledge of other network protocols including STP, ARP, HSRP, etc.
- Basic understanding of security technologies and concepts including firewalls, IPS, and VPNs
- Knowledge of Windows operating systems including installation and maintenance
- Knowledge of computer and server hardware
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Excellent organizational and planning skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills,
Certifications:
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher certification is preferred.
Salary Range: $90,000 - $105,000 + an outstanding benefits package.