Rapiscan Systems · 3 days ago
Network Engineering Co-Op
Torrance, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New GradRapiscan Systems is a leading provider of security screening solutions, focusing on advanced technologies for screening capabilities. They are seeking a Network Engineering Co-Op to implement, maintain, and support their CertScan platform, ensuring network stability and integrity while collaborating with a systems engineering team.
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Responsibilities
Analyze network performance, troubleshoot issues, and make the appropriate decisions independently to repair as needed
Deploy region LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless APs and other hardware while providing protection from disaster through redundancy and recovery procedures while working both independently and on a team
Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records
Maintain and manage configurations including ensuring proper documentation is completed and process is followed
Work closely with the customers IT team to meet and exceed Compliance and Design standards
Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records
Continually assess current state of the network against industry best practices and provide recommendations to improve throughput and reduce failure through the use of redundancy and process
Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures, and processes for network administration, utilization, and disaster recovery to include continual improvement
Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to procure network products and services
Work individually or with a team on new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades
Maintain and manage configurations including ensuring proper documentation is completed and process is followed
Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues and make the necessary decisions required to repair as needed
Ensure network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, firewalls, and other network appliances
Configure networks to ensure reliable operation and availability for fulfilling business objectives and processes
Maintain network hardware such as routers, switches, firewalls, VPN concentrators to include associated software and peripheral devices
Practice network asset management using CMDB, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information
Monitor and periodically test network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports
Participate in managing all network security solutions
Perform network and security audits ensuring all systems are backed up and recovery procedures are available
Uphold the Company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
Demonstrate behavior consistent with the Company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
It is the responsibility of every Rapiscan Systems employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem
Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business
Qualification
Required
High School diploma required
Ability to make appropriate independent decisions and implement as needed
Knowledge of network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices
Good, hands-on technical knowledge of network hardware and operating systems, including Cisco routers and switches, Fortinet firewalls and switches and VPN concentrators
Good technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards, including IPv6
Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Able to conduct research into networking issues and products as required
Ability to present complex technical ideas in user-friendly language
Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail
Skilled with analytical and problem-solving abilities
Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment
Strong customer service orientation
Good hardware troubleshooting knowledge
Support knowledge with sniffers, network analyzers, line toners, and network statistics and reporting tools
Competence with testing tools and procedures for data circuits
Good understanding of the organization's goals and objectives
Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws including PCI and SOX
Preferred
Able to work On-call as required
Able to travel/drive to multiple locations if required
Company
Rapiscan Systems
Rapiscan Systems provides surveillance like people screening, radiation detection, cargo and vehicle inspection.
Founded in 1993
1001-5000 employees
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