Senior Network Engineer

General Profile

• Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines
• Solves complex problems
• Works independently, receives minimal guidance
• May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

• Deploys and implements plans and designs of network systems that will meet an organization's requirements for performance, security, and compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Conducts network architecture design, feasibility, and cost studies.
• Defines monitoring, maintenance, expansion, contingency, and recovery plans and strategies to ensure the network is responsive to changes in demand.
• Troubleshoots network issues and develops appropriate solutions, resources, and deployment processes.
• Keeps informed of the latest technologies to enhance knowledge of networking hardware, software, and best practices.
• May be certified in vendor-specific products.
• May also have responsibility for Network Administration including:
• oResponsible for the daily administration of a network and server environment.
• oInstalls, configures, and maintains system software.
• oMonitors network performance, troubleshoots issues, and deploys solutions.
• oDocuments network issues and events using standard formats.
• oPlans and implements upgrades, patches, and new applications and equipment installation.
• oUses scripting and writes basic programs to automate processes.
• oMaintains and follows disaster recovery, security, backup, and restore plans.
• oMay evaluate new tools or equipment and perform analysis/feasibility studies to guide decisions on optimizing network performance.
• • Required Qualifications:
    • Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience Associate's Degree
    • Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
    • Discipline/Major: Information Technology or related discipline preferred.
    • Knowledge, skills & abilities: Disaster Recovery Planning. Capacity Planning. Cloud Computing. Feasibility Study. Network Analysis. Network Engineering. Network Monitoring. Network Operations. Network Optimization. Technical Project Management. Network Troubleshooting. IT Network Software. Network Routers. Network Switches.
    Physical Requirements:
    • Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
    • Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
    Travel Requirements: Less than 25% travel likely. Pay Range (USD): $81,209-$109,871 Pay Transparency Statement: The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process. Benefits: Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance. PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave: Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave. _____________________________: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.