Network Engineer :: Atlanta, GA, 30320 (Onsite)

Ark Solutions Inc is looking for Network Engineer!

Position: Network Engineer

Location: Atlanta, GA, 30320 (Onsite)

Duration: 6+ Months and possibility of extension

Description:

This Network Engineer with wireless expertise will work in our NOC and will be required to maintain a reliable, secure, and efficient wired and wireless data communications network. The ideal candidate will have a background in managing wireless network equipment, which includes installing, configuring, and maintaining it within a variety of parameters. This professional will also be knowledgeable about industry Wired and Wi-Fi standards and best practices.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

Installing any necessary hardware or software, including those for backups or to monitor system performance.

Troubleshooting tasks to prevent downtime.

Providing solutions for upgrade management

Developing plans to address consistent wireless network problems.

Planning for future strategies and initiatives to keep the network operating at high performance.

Collaborating with vendors and network managers on implementation and deployment

Installing and managing firewalls and other network security protections

Training in-house staff on wireless technologies, if applicable

Putting solutions in place to continuously test network performance.

Testing and modifying equipment as needed.

Configure and deploying CISCO switches and access points appropriately and effectively.

Conducting site surveys

Training & Development:

Strong research and troubleshooting skills

Stay current on all Wireless technology platforms and systems to ensure the users get the requirement functionality to perform their job.

Support:

Respond, resolve, or ensure wireless and network issues are resolved when assigned by the Service Desk

Write technical and end-user documentation for assigned projects

Provide all necessary system, maintenance, and disaster recovery plan documents.

Perform system installation support and ensure all necessary system security requirements.

Responsible for researching and problem resolution and must coordinate activities with IT support staff as required and document findings.

Maintain software licenses and maintenance support from software vendors

Follow division team handbook, policies and procedures, software standards, software development lifecycle and change management

Work collaboratively with others to achieve team and organizational goals; prioritize projects and/or tasks; provide constructive input to achieve team goals

Deliver a customer-focused, responsive service to customers; support efforts to enhance business efficiency and effectiveness; demonstrate a positive, “can-do” attitude; respond constructively to new information, changing conditions, and unexpected obstacles

Prepare management reports related to system audit, availability and performance as needed.

Submit appropriate change order documentation for moves, adds, and changes of the systems

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Decision-Making:

Decision Making

Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks. Follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.

Leadership Provided:

Serves as a technical resource or mentor to other employees. May lead or instruct less experienced workers in high level or technical jobs.

May give presentations to upper management on upgrades and server improvements and findings.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Proven experience in a network engineer role

Hands on experience in networking, routing, switching, and wireless

Excellent knowledge of best practices around management, control, and monitoring of wi-fi network infrastructures

Experience with Cisco wireless land controllers, implementation, troubleshooting, and problem resolution

Ability to set up and configure network devices such as access points

Great at organizing, prioritizing, and multitasking

Cisco training and certifications

CWNA training and certification a plus

Evening and overnight hours are required, and weekend work may be required

 

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering or related field (Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis). 5 years of server experience. 

Candidate must have current driver’s license.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Candidate may be required to lift 40lbs and stand or walk for long periods of time.

Candidate must have the ability to work flexible hours including weekends or on-call rotation.

 

Preferred Education & Experience:

Master’s degree in computer science or engineering (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the master’s degree on an exception basis) with 5-8 years' of directly related professional work.

 

Certifications:

Cisco CCNA, CCIE Wireless, CCNP, and ITIL highly desired