Network Operations Center Analyst

JOB REQUIREMENTS: General Responsibilities: 1. Manage all day-to-day internet services activities including internet asset registration, communication, and ongoing optimization. 2. Utilize a monitoring system to alert on key events. 3. Identify and troubleshoot issues and coordinate the support response with relevant stakeholders. 4. Coordinate vendors for setup and management of the NOC 5. Serve as the subject matter expert with external vendors and commercial members. 6. Develop analytical tools and strategies to support the operational needs of internet services activities. 7. Provide technical guidance and feedback to other ConnectSuperior stakeholders. 8. Ensure contractual service level agreement targets are met and confirm vendor compliance. 9. Maintain fiver management services mapping. 10. Perform other related duties as required. Qualifications Education & Experience Requirements A four-year degree in a technical field such as IT technologies, computer science, information technician, or a two-year degree with three years experience in a similar role, or 10 years of experience in a similar role like managing a multi-layer network of ISP network. Knowledge 1. Thorough knowledge of subscriber termination, fiber to the premise transport, and headend to internet edge to allow efficient management of subscribers. 2. Thorough knowledge of applicable network operations protocols and best practices to ensure quality connections for end users. 3. General knowledge of pre-deployment internal and external vendor network lab testing to allow for new configurations while not disturbing service. Skills 1. Explain technical information clearly and courteously to staff, contractors, and the public to maintain continuity for all parties involved. 2. Develop operational metrics in order to track and measure data in order to create and measure operational goals. 3. Understand the role of demand response and other distributed internet resources for the purpose of efficiencies in services delivery. Ability 1. Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing to ensure professional connection and documentation. 2. Identify and present root-cause analysis and error correction from operational events to vendors and management in order to efficiently correct any suboptimal service. 3. Monitor network performance (transmission control protocol/internet protocol settings, routing/switching, and troubleshooting) for optimization of network. 4. Contribute to the definition and implementation of automation opportunities within a deployment and operations environment to increase efficiency of systems. 5. Coordinate short-term projects with multiple vendors and stakeholders to modify systems efficiently and professionally as directed, 6. Develop business partner support automation and workflows for optimization of the network. 7. Keep organized, accurate, and legible records for consistency and analytical purposes. Position Characteristics Reporting Lines Reports to Broadband Manager, expect to collaborate with IT Department, City Departments, and current and future vendors and contractors. No Direct Reports Position Conditions Indoor, office, data room environment, and in the field as necessary. Funding Source ConnectSuperior Utility Fees The City of Superior Offers Full-Time employees are eligible for Wisconsin Retirement System, Health/Dental/Life Insurance, and Paid Time Off Non-Exempt/eligible for comp time and overtime. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Requires Driver License Requirement: Must possess valid driver\'s license or be able to provide a suitable form of transportation as approved by the supervisor. Post Job Offer Medical Examination Requirement: Must pass the medical examination requirements established for the specified occupational grouping, and drug screen prior to hire. Residency Requirement: None. Bargaining Unit: Non-Union EEOC Job Categor : 03 - Technicians EEOC Function Code: 01 - Financial/Administration Worker\'s Compensation Class Code: 8810 - Office ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/superiorwi