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Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. Sr. Network Engineer in Fort Worth, Texas
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Job Description
LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach to IT consulting, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Senior Network Engineer for a contract to hire opportunity with our client in Fort Worth, Tx
The Senior (Sr) Network Engineer’s role is to ensure the stability and integrity of data, voice, video, and wireless network services. This is achieved by planning, designing, and developing local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) infrastructure, and cloud networking services across the organization. In addition, the Sr Network Engineer will participate with the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communication links. This individual will also analyze and resolve network hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion, in addition to providing end user training where required.
What will you be doing?
Strategy & Planning
Collaborate with BIS management and department leaders to assess near- and long-term network capacity needs
Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records
Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures, and associated training plans for network administration, usage, resiliency and disaster recovery
Acquisition & Deployment
Design and deploy company LANs, WANs, Load Balancers, Firewalls, Wireless networks, routers, switches, and other hardware
Design and deploy network infrastructure/services for IaaS, SaaS, PaaS and other cloud applications
Installation and integration of network devices from multiple vendors. Other network elements as assigned in the Home Office network backbone and at designated disaster recovery sites
Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry
Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrade
Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services
Participate in design and implementation of architectural roadmaps regarding Hybrid cloud infrastructure
Operational Management
Configure networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling business objectives and processes.
Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed
Oversee installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of end user workstation hardware, software, and peripheral devices
Ensure network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, fax machines, and other network appliances
Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information
Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports
Participate in managing all network security solutions
Keep network design documents updated as necessary
Troubleshoot and resolve service tickets assigned for Home Office network issues
Manage and/or provide guidance to junior members of the team
On-call rotation 24x7 except for scheduled vacations and limited pre-arranged windows. As majority of major system updates are performed nights and weekends, must be available at those times. Must also be on-site during normal business hours to resolve user issues
What skills/qualifications do you need?
Education
University degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field, and/or five to seven years equivalent work experience
Certifications in Cisco, F5, Palo Alto, Azure, security, or network management systems are preferred
1+ years’ experience in a cloud environment, preferably Azure as a cloud network engineer, administrator, and/or DevOps role
Work Experience
5+ years' work experience in related field
Proven experience and success with LAN, WAN, WLAN, and WWAN design and implementation
Proven experience with network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong, hands-on technical knowledge of network and PC operating systems
Knowledge of telephony systems, including Microsoft Team, Genesys, or other telephony platform
Working technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards, including DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, SNMP, OSPF, BGP, LLDP, VLT, HTTP/S, HTML, SMTP, and SIP
Excellent hardware troubleshooting experience
Extensive application support experience with F5 GTM, F5 LTM, Palo Alto Firewalls, Azure Express Route
Competence with testing tools and procedures for voice and data circuits
Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives
Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws
Work Conditions
On-call availability as required
Sitting for extended periods of time
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, light power tools, and to handle other computer components.
Occasional inspection of cables in floors and ceilings.
Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals.
LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
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