Network System Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, install and configure internal and customer facing servers, network devices and firewalls.
• Proactively manage and maintain server, network and firewall systems
• Administer and support core Microsoft, Cisco, Citrix and VMware technologies
• Perform a wide range of network administration duties including installations, debugging, maintenance, upgrades, and general support for Cisco, Juniper, HP, Palo Alto, and Extreme network equipment.
• Develop and implement project plans, risk assessments and contingency plans
• Design and implement monitoring, configuration management and reporting functions that will make a hands-off environment
• Define and document best practices and support procedures
• Provide after-hours support for Infrastructure related emergencies as well occasional weekend maintenance
• Maintain inventory and asset configuration documentation
• Assist with hardware, firewall, telecom and software vendor evaluation, recommendation and negotiations Mentor / cross train team members on existing and new technologies
• Evaluate, test, and deploy all software and hardware upgrades to the networking infrastructure.
• Proactive monitoring of all network devices, services, and servers using a combination of tools to ensure high availability and SLA’s. 
• Assist in developing, implementing, testing, and maintaining disaster recovery plans. 
• Interface with vendors for procurement & maintenance of all IT infrastructures.
• Research, evaluate and recommend technologies to support business requirements. 
• Rigorously create and maintain documentation for all processes and procedures. 

Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science (or related area) preferred. 
• Microsoft Certification (MCSE) or equivalent certification in relevant programs desired. 
• Advanced knowledge of Windows Server (200x/2016) /desktop Operating Systems (XP/10)
• Managing in excess of 100 Windows Server infrastructure
• Managing deployments/rollouts
• Managing large scale Citrix Server installations
• Managing server virtualization technologies like VMWare Server/ESX
• A solid understanding of LAN/WAN networking 
• Cisco Certified Network Associate or Professional -CCNA/ CCNP MCITP Server
• Group Policy design and configuration
• Microsoft IIS administration and configuration including Exchange 2010
• Linux administration
• Active Directory/LDAP user and group administration
• Ability to troubleshoot network issues including back bone infrastructure issues
• LAN Routing and Switching design, configuration and troubleshooting
• Strong communication and documentation skills 
• Flexible and able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• Must be organized and have the ability to manage projects of varying length
• Positive, self-motivated individual who can complete tasks independently
• Must be a team player