Our client, a leading utility company, is hiring a Network Architect Junior on a contract basis
Job ID #: 81245
Work Location: New York, NY/ONSITE
Summary:
Must Have
- Demonstrated experience using network monitoring, management, packet analysis tools
- Extensive knowledge of Cisco IOS based routers and switches as well as datacenter NX-OS based switches and advanced experience in BGP and IGP routing protocols (EIGRP and OSPF)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Designing, configuring, implementing IP-based infrastructure solutions
- Solid understanding of architectural concepts and practices that result in reliable, maintainable, reusable, scalable and extensible solutions
Nice To Have
JOB DESCRIPTION
Assignment Details:
Perform IP network device upgrades, review existing design and implement required changes
- Assemble, configure, install, and dispose of Cisco routers and switches following existing configuration standards and procedures.
- Perform troubleshooting when necessary to remediate issues in a timely manner.
- Utilize a work management system for task coordination, scheduling, and obtaining installation approvals.
- Schedule outages with business owners as required.
- Manage tasks and provide periodic status updates and progress reports as necessary.
Experience Required:
- Network Design and Management: Expertise in network design, management, detailed documentation, testing, problem analysis, and formulating scope and objectives for system changes.
- Technical Knowledge and Hands-On Experience:
- Cisco ASR/ISR routers (EIGRP, HSRP, OSPF, etc.) and Cisco Catalyst switches.
- Cisco Layer 2 protocols and configurations.
- Network security best practices.
- Determining network requirements, developing designs, selecting equipment, and creating Bills of Materials.
- Datacenter experience.
- Addressing Layer 2 and physical layer issues in both copper and fiber infrastructures.
Other:
40-hour per week position:
While most work may be scheduled during normal work hours, equipment upgrades and replacements may also occur after-hours and over the weekend. The daily work schedule may vary based on job location access, and therefore, daily work hours will depend upon outage windows scheduled with the business users. Weekend work is not common but can occur at some 24×7 locations.
Travel Requirements:
- Travel within the five boroughs of NYC, Westchester and Orange and Rockland, transporting equipment and tools to complete work.
- Only travel between client job sites will be reimbursable.
- Job locations will vary and include substations, workout locations, and office buildings with various access requirements.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Required to provide and wear PPE, including a hardhat (no white hardhat), safety boots/shoes, eye/ear protection, and any other PPE required by the location.
Additional Requirements:
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to lift and rack equipment.
- Must provide own transportation.
Pay Range: 75-85