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AXA Professionals · 4 weeks ago

ONSITE Cisco Networking Engineer - 6 Month contract

Plano, TX

Contract

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$50/hr - $55/hr

4+ years exp

AXA Professionals is seeking a highly motivated Network Engineer for their Network and Digital Infrastructure team. The engineer will help drive the stability and sustainability of the internal network, providing critical network support and engaging in root cause analysis for large-scale networking events.

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Hiring Manager

Kevin. W.

Responsibilities

Provide critical network support for all Client networks to diagnose and respond to large-scale networking events

Work with ISPs to install and diagnose problems between Client network and their infrastructure

Work with internal teams to troubleshoot any internal networking issues that may arise

Working knowledge of wireless networking for installation and troubleshooting

Deliver business focused solutions and processes that are simple, sustainable and repeatable

Partner with our broader engineering organization to reduce operational burden

Work closely with other networking staff to ensure fast, smooth roll-out of new designs and products

Drive standards across the network and ensure that we are fully compliant to those standards and policies

Monitor and manage communications during large-scale events utilizing an established process

Create and review documentation and process regarding recurring issues, new standard operating procedures, knowledge transfer material, etc

Troubleshoot networking, routing and interconnectivity issues, including troubleshooting of network device configuration for routers and DWDM equipment

Identify and take ownership for opportunities to automate repeatable networking tasks through creation and maintenance of scripts and tools

Contribute through innovation to the reduction in the end-to-end cost of delivery

Some travel will be required as new sites come online

Qualification

EthernetIP networkingBGPOSPFTCP/IPLarge scale networksITILCOBIT knowledgeCCNA/CCNP certificationsAnalytical skillsWrittenCloud automationDetail orientedTime managementVerbal communication

Required

Excellent Ethernet and IP networking knowledge and extensive experience in the application of IP protocols

Substantial background in support large scale service provider or enterprise networks

Significant past experience with protocols and concepts: BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP, UDP, HSRP, VRF, VPC, DNS, ARP, Tunnels & Port Channeling

Excellent analytical skills

Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge or awareness of IT best practice frameworks (ITIL, COBIT) and Operational Excellence concepts or methodologies

Ability to participate in on-call duties are an expected part of this position

Willingness to work off hours as needed

Preferred

A relevant degree in a related technical discipline or at least four years relevant experience in a large-scale network operations environment is preferred

Effective prioritization and time management

CCNA/CCNP certifications a plus

Cloud automation