NETWORK SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Description Acxiom Corporation is currently seeking a motivated self-starter with a strong network background and security experience for our Conway, AR location. This is an exciting, fast-paced environment with numerous opportunities to participate in a variety of network and security initiatives.

Responsibilities:

*The protection, support, and delivery of secure network services to Acxiom and its customers.
*Performing network architectural design and integration, performance engineering, and problem resolution for complex cross-functional network-related projects.
*Identifying and documenting design/architecture best practices for global adoption.
*Providing training to other engineers.
*Providing real-time escalation response for support issues.

Requirements Required Skills:
*Expert level network troubleshooting experience in large-scale IP environments
*Knowledge of and demonstrated operating experience in more than one of the following technologies:
-LAN/MAN/WAN design
-Frame Relay
-MPLS
-VoIP
-QoS
-Optical networking
-Wireless
-VPN and remote access
*Knowledge of Network management, network availability, and capacity planning.
*Knowledge of and experience with routers, switches, and VPN concentrators (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Nortel (Bay) Networks, etc.).
*Knowledge of and experience with voice and media systems (e.g., Avaya Definity/Intuity, Cisco Telepresence, etc.).
*Knowledge of and experience with security systems (e.g., Cisco PIX/ASA, Check Point, IronPort, Blue Coat, etc.).
*Knowledge in LAN/WAN network support, firewall support, management, availability, and troubleshooting.
*Knowledge of CA IT Management tools.
*5-7 years experience with Check Point or Cisco security solutions.
*Demonstrated technical knowledge and consultative skills.
*Excellent written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills.
*Strong problem solving skills (e.g., ability to assess a problem and determine an effective course of action).
*Ability to work effectively with others and add value as a team member.

The interested candidate should possess 7+ years of relevant experience with key network and vendor solutions (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Force10, F5 Labs, Check Point, Tipping Point, etc.). Position typically requires BS/BA (EE/CS) or equivalent. CCNP and CCDP certification are desired; equivalent security certifications are a plus (e.g., CCSE, CISSP, etc.). New hire must obtain certification within first year of employment.

Nice to have skills:
*Network/ Security forensics.
*UNIX administration.
*IDS/IPS, proxy logs.
*Contingency planning.
*Documentation and process development skills.

About Acxiom
A global leader in interactive marketing services, Acxiom connects clients with their customers through deep consumer insight that enables effective and profitable marketing initiatives and business decisions.  Our consultative approach spans multiple industries and incorporates decades of experience in consumer data and analytics, information technology, data integration, and consulting solutionsfor effective marketing across digital, Internet, email, mobile and direct mail channels.  We help many of the world’s top companies build customer loyalty by better understanding what customers like, what they want and how to communicate most effectively with them.