Description
We are seeking a Cisco Network Engineer for a 1 year renewable contract in Hagerstown, MD. It requires five years of experience in network communications on Cisco platform, with a strong emphasis on communications with equipment vendors, and carriers. College degree or equivalent work experience required. Certifications helpful. Local candidates only as onsite interviews are required.
- This position takes responsibility for the assessment and optimization of the WAN/LAN networks, through network monitoring, and daily health checks, assisting in evaluations of vendor products, and make recommendations on selection.
- Provides support and resolution for escalated communications problems and also performs the most complex testing/analysis of all elements of network facilities.
- Working knowledge of IP Telephony and convergences of technology as related to voice and data communications.
Core Responsibilities:
* Performs the most complex testing/analysis of all elements of network facilities.
* Provides project implementation support to meet business objectives.
* Provides guidance for less experienced network engineers.
* Provides support and resolution for escalated communications problems.
* Follows company guidelines and procedures for trouble resolution and work effort reporting.
* Apply knowledge of Cisco data Switches to activate new ports and to troubleshoot connectivity.
* Proficient understanding of Cisco switching and routing.
* Assist in building phones on Cisco Switches.
* Assist and implement daily adds, moves, and changes, including cabling infrastructure, and hardware (Racks,
WIC*s, Patch Panels, Copper & Fiber Hardware).
* Taking ownership and driving resolutions to insure customer satisfaction.
Skills & Knowledge Required:
- Cisco Routers and Switches for LAN/WAN
- In depth knowledge of DNS, DHCP, QIP Proxy products.
- Network tools (Spectrum, Cisco works and Sniffers*)
- Internet use for VPN services Problem resolution
- VPN (Dial and Dedicated)
- WLAN technology and troubleshooting
- Excellent Documentation Skills
Please Contact:
Diane Kalota
ComputerNet Resource Group.