Description
Our client is seeking a Data Center Network Engineer to build out the data center and provide ongoing support. You will be an integral member of a team. This is a full time contract that renews each year for 1 year at a time indefinitely.
You will be responsible for the technical design, integration, and support initiatives of the Network involving various hardware and software technologies within the Networking Support Group. Successful candidates should have a solid understanding of hardware and software network configuration and experience interacting with people at a variety of levels. The position requires demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts. We are looking for someone who has a good mix of technology interaction skills and hands-on technical ability.
The Network Engineer responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Defining, documenting, configuring and maintaining the data center networking environment
Working with other Networking Engineers in designing, testing and implementing high-availability, production-ready, network solutions for both internal and external customers
Working with other client Networking and Telecommunications Engineering personnel in establishing operational processes and procedures for networking, including remote access and wireless services, OSPF Routing, Working with client Networking Engineers along with client/customer Engineers on other projects as deemed necessary
Ensuring that networking SLA's are consistently met
Working with contractors, vendors, client/customer Engineers and other client Engineers on large-scale network infrastructure projects
Recommending enhancements to existing networking systems and infrastructure.
We are looking for a detail oriented, reliable, self-motivated person who prefers a team work environment.
Major responsibilities include:
Build the data center
Design and Implement OSPF fully meshed switched environments using multi brand Switches, Routers and VPN concentrators
Creation and upkeep of documentation
Configure and test Routers, Switches
Configure and test new Video Encoders/Decoders VPN devices and/or Firewalls
Modify existing equipment configurations
Troubleshoot switched VLAN environments with multiple routing protocols
Troubleshoot Routers and routing protocols
Review project tasks and turn around dates
Documentation skills
Performs detailed analysis of system requirements to determine needs
Provides daily updates and weekly status reports
Tracks current and future inventory levels
Provides Tier 2/3 support
Required Skills
CCNP required
Prior data center build experience
4 years experience with Cisco Routers and Switches
F5 experience - and load balancing
Knowledge of a Multicast switched environment over multi brand Switches and OSPF routed switched network
Must have excellent customer service, communication, and teamwork skills
Minimum Years of experience needed for required skills: 4 Years
Experience with routing protocols, specifically OSPF and EIGRP
Experience with large fiber optic MAN installations
Experience with diagnostic tools and techniques for troubleshooting including packet analysis
Familiarity with LAN infrastructure
Experience with SSL and IPSEC VPN
Experience with management and monitoring systems such as Cisco Prime, Solarwinds, Palo Alto
Benefits:
Health, Dental, Vision, 401K
ABOUT ESG CONSULTING:
ESG Consulting is an award-winning national provider of diversified information technology consulting services to Fortune 1000, public sector entities, and emerging growth firms nationwide.
Founded in 1986, ESG offers more than 32 years of experience in the IT staffing, Engineering and consulting industry. While local to Atlanta we are headquartered in Santa Clara.
ESG is an equal opportunity company. Our flexible management culture believes in creating a business environment that fosters personal and professional growth and achievement. We make ESG a place where people are treated not as employees but as "partners".