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Vantage Point Solutions · 1 month ago

Senior Data Network Engineer - Birmingham, AL

Birmingham, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Vantage Point Solutions is a growing and dynamic consulting and engineering firm, seeking a qualified individual to join their team. The Senior Data Network Engineer will work with broadband service providers, managing multiple client projects and providing technical expertise on complex network designs across various platforms.

ConsultingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyTelecommunicationsVoIP

Responsibilities

Simultaneously manage multiple client projects with tasks including maintaining project planners, delegating tasks to other staff, coordinating with third parties, and leading meetings

Implement, upgrade, maintain, troubleshoot, and support Internet Service Provider (ISP) network topologies and equipment including routers, switches, MPLS Routed Optical Networks (RON), and FTTx access equipment across various vendors

Evaluate network equipment and software solutions for clients including Request for Proposal (RFP) projects to meet customer requirements

Collaborate with team members across the network engineering, managed services, and cybersecurity groups

Act as a technical mentor to junior staff for the Network Services team

Provide technical review of Method of Procedures (MOP) and network designs prior to implementation

Coordinate vendor relations including training, product roadmaps, and design standards

Escalate network issues to vendor Technical Assistance Centers (TAC) and collaborate on resolutions

Continuously monitor industry trends and new technologies, and leverage this to evolve best practices and procedures

Act as a point of escalation for our ticketing system and provide detailed notes and responses to team members and clients

Provide trust and confidence to our clients by consistently delivering a high-quality experience throughout projects

Develop Method of Procedures (MOP), configuration scripts, and supporting documentation for scheduled network maintenance

Perform periodic network maintenance including software upgrades, cutovers, intrusive changes, and diagnostics

Manage and document configuration changes and network architectures with tools including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Visio

Describe technical information to non-technical individuals

Qualification

CCNP/JNCIP certificationIP routing experienceMPLS experienceNetwork protocols knowledgeISP services understandingOptical transport experienceProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsTime management skills

Required

Exceptional troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve technical issues efficiently and quickly

Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to adapt to changing environments

Willingness to work occasional after-hours as needed for implementation and troubleshooting support

Exceptional skill in communication, collaboration, task organization, time management, and time efficiency

Ability to occasionally travel with no limitations with driving or flying

Position is subject to a clean background check

7+ years of relevant network engineering experience, with a minimum of 2 years' experience in senior network engineering role maintaining and operating advanced service provider networks

CCNP/JNCIP or similar certification required

Extensive hands-on IP routing and MPLS experience with Cisco, Arista, Juniper, Ribbon, or Ciena equipment

Comprehensive understanding of network protocols including MPLS, EVPN, BGP, OSPF, and ISIS

Comprehensive understanding of ISP services including DHCP, DNS, PPPOE, IPOE, BNG, RADIUS, and Carrier Grade NAT (CGN)

Proficient with IP multicast and Voice over IP (VoIP)

Comprehensive understanding of IPv6 with implementation and operational experience