iconectiv
Senior Network Engineer
iconectiv, Bridgewater, New Jersey, us, 08807
#Location - US Remote - Dallas, TX or Bridgewater, NJ locations only
About iconectiv
Your business and your customers need to confidently access and exchange information simply, seamlessly and securely. iconectiv's extensive experience in information services, digital identity and numbering intelligence helps you do just that. In fact, more than 5K customers rely on our data exchange platforms each day to keep their networks, devices and applications connected and 2B consumers and businesses protected. Our cloud-based information as a service network and operations management and numbering solutions span trusted communications, digital identity management and fraud prevention. For more information, visit www.iconectiv.com . Follow us on X and Linkedln.
Responsibilities:
The Senior Network Engineer role is responsible for the implementation, planning, and coordination of network and security systems and software that protects the technological infrastructure for the NPAC (Number Portability Administration Center). In this capacity, the Senior Network Engineer builds and maintains the daily operations of computer networks for Lab and Production at our Primary and Alternate data centers.
This position has the following responsibilities:
Must be available to support the needs of the business 24 x 7 via on-call team rotation
Support local data centers on-site and remotely to manage and maintain lab and production network equipment. This includes performing work physically in the data center when on-site hands are required.
Design, build, implement and test, green field lab and production network solutions.
Design, implement and test network expansions and changes.
Deploy, install, and configure hardware such as firewalls, switches, routers, load balancers, IPS, network monitoring systems and other network security related products.
Develop project proposals, designs, implementation plans including timelines and cost projections for various network initiatives.
Write functional requirements/specifications documents for network projects and initiatives.
Perform network maintenance activities - upgrade network hardware, IOS upgrades and network routing configuration implementations and modifications, as required.
Review and develop MoPs (Method of Procedures) for network change management implementations in lab and production environments.
Develop and maintain Network ODR (Operations Design Requirement) documents for network data configuration record keeping and archives.
Perform network troubleshooting to isolate, diagnose and resolve common and complex network problems.
Develop and implement network acceptance test plans for new network builds.
Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning.
Be able to advise and present technology related issues and trends to management.
Knowledge share, direct and guide junior members of the team.
Required Qualifications:
Must have Fortinet Certified Professional - Network Security Certification
Expertise in Fortinet FortiGate, FortiSwitch network gear and FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer and FortiAuthenticator. .
BS or MS in Network Engineering and Administration or related technology field.
Minimum 7 years of IT Network experience.
Strong experience in the areas of Network requirements analysis, architecture, engineering, operations, and maintenance.
Experience with Cisco router, ASA, and switching (Catalyst, Nexus) systems, F5 load balancing and network monitoring tools is a plus.
Expertise in the following areas: WAN, LAN, Switching, and IP addressing, Routing Protocols, Firewalls, IPSec VPN tunnels and network/data security.
Expertise with SNMP – and NetFlow-based network monitoring and management
Expertise with infrastructure cabling and premise guideline specifications
Experience with various operating systems and environments (Windows, Linux, Solaris).
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications Suite and SharePoint.
Ability to communicate with all levels of management.
Personal Attributes: Must be a Team-player, excellent organizational, writing, and communication skills; customer and quality focused; highly motivated and self-starter; innovative thinker; and able to work independently.
Familiarity with ITIL standards, Number Portability, Telecommunications is a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or similar technical discipline or 6+ years of equivalent work experience.
Must be able to go into the facility as needed
Work remote in commutable distance to Bridgewater, NJ or Dallas TX
US Citizenship only required
Full Time Employee benefits:
Health care benefits
401(k) with company match
Holiday pay
Paid time off (inclusive of a volunteer day)
Tuition Reimbursement upon approval
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore, employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.
We are proud to be an EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled employer. The Company’s status is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
About iconectiv
Your business and your customers need to confidently access and exchange information simply, seamlessly and securely. iconectiv's extensive experience in information services, digital identity and numbering intelligence helps you do just that. In fact, more than 5K customers rely on our data exchange platforms each day to keep their networks, devices and applications connected and 2B consumers and businesses protected. Our cloud-based information as a service network and operations management and numbering solutions span trusted communications, digital identity management and fraud prevention. For more information, visit www.iconectiv.com . Follow us on X and Linkedln.
Responsibilities:
The Senior Network Engineer role is responsible for the implementation, planning, and coordination of network and security systems and software that protects the technological infrastructure for the NPAC (Number Portability Administration Center). In this capacity, the Senior Network Engineer builds and maintains the daily operations of computer networks for Lab and Production at our Primary and Alternate data centers.
This position has the following responsibilities:
Must be available to support the needs of the business 24 x 7 via on-call team rotation
Support local data centers on-site and remotely to manage and maintain lab and production network equipment. This includes performing work physically in the data center when on-site hands are required.
Design, build, implement and test, green field lab and production network solutions.
Design, implement and test network expansions and changes.
Deploy, install, and configure hardware such as firewalls, switches, routers, load balancers, IPS, network monitoring systems and other network security related products.
Develop project proposals, designs, implementation plans including timelines and cost projections for various network initiatives.
Write functional requirements/specifications documents for network projects and initiatives.
Perform network maintenance activities - upgrade network hardware, IOS upgrades and network routing configuration implementations and modifications, as required.
Review and develop MoPs (Method of Procedures) for network change management implementations in lab and production environments.
Develop and maintain Network ODR (Operations Design Requirement) documents for network data configuration record keeping and archives.
Perform network troubleshooting to isolate, diagnose and resolve common and complex network problems.
Develop and implement network acceptance test plans for new network builds.
Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning.
Be able to advise and present technology related issues and trends to management.
Knowledge share, direct and guide junior members of the team.
Required Qualifications:
Must have Fortinet Certified Professional - Network Security Certification
Expertise in Fortinet FortiGate, FortiSwitch network gear and FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer and FortiAuthenticator. .
BS or MS in Network Engineering and Administration or related technology field.
Minimum 7 years of IT Network experience.
Strong experience in the areas of Network requirements analysis, architecture, engineering, operations, and maintenance.
Experience with Cisco router, ASA, and switching (Catalyst, Nexus) systems, F5 load balancing and network monitoring tools is a plus.
Expertise in the following areas: WAN, LAN, Switching, and IP addressing, Routing Protocols, Firewalls, IPSec VPN tunnels and network/data security.
Expertise with SNMP – and NetFlow-based network monitoring and management
Expertise with infrastructure cabling and premise guideline specifications
Experience with various operating systems and environments (Windows, Linux, Solaris).
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications Suite and SharePoint.
Ability to communicate with all levels of management.
Personal Attributes: Must be a Team-player, excellent organizational, writing, and communication skills; customer and quality focused; highly motivated and self-starter; innovative thinker; and able to work independently.
Familiarity with ITIL standards, Number Portability, Telecommunications is a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or similar technical discipline or 6+ years of equivalent work experience.
Must be able to go into the facility as needed
Work remote in commutable distance to Bridgewater, NJ or Dallas TX
US Citizenship only required
Full Time Employee benefits:
Health care benefits
401(k) with company match
Holiday pay
Paid time off (inclusive of a volunteer day)
Tuition Reimbursement upon approval
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore, employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.
We are proud to be an EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled employer. The Company’s status is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.