Job Description
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
This position is responsible within the INFRASTRUCTURE NETWORKING FUNCTION for the:
Baseline support and enhancement; including monitoring, maintenance, support, improvement and integration of assigned NETWORK, server, OPERATING SYSTEMS, , enterprise security and infrastructure-based products (INFRASTRUCTURE FUNCTIONS) in the Foster Farms computing environment.
Solution recommendation and implementation of new vendor-supplied and/or in-house developed NETWORK SOFTWARE, HARDWARE, OPERATING SYSTEM, DATABASE, STORAGE/BACKUP/RECOVERY and security solutions (INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS) within assigned INFRASTRUCTURE FUNCTIONS.
The System Engineer I (SE I) will work closely with IT staff to provide effective and efficient business solutions in the assigned INFRASTRUCTURE FUNCTIONS. This position will monitor and analyze assigned INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of the Foster Farms Infrastructure environment. This requires a limited degree of creativity and latitude.
The SE I may also play a role in enforcing standards relating to the use of assigned INFRASTRUCTURE FUNCTIONS .
Essential Functions:
LOW TO MODERATELY COMPLEX systems engineering duties within assigned INFRASTRUCTURE FUNCTIONS including:
Systems integration, upgrade, support, rollout
Systems administration, monitoring, performance tuning and systems documentation
Project participation
Additional Projects as assigned
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
BS in Computer/Management Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent experience
1- 3 years of experience in IT infrastructure support
Understanding of and experience with Windows/Linux and infrastructure technologies and concepts
Must be goal and results oriented and have strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making ability.
Demonstrated ability to educate peer staff
Demonstrated ability to teach/educate self in the infrastructure arena, both within assigned functions and outside of assigned functions.
Must possess solid critical thinking skills with the capability to envision creative solutions to LOW TO MODERATELY COMPLEX business/infrastructure process/system issues.
Very good interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to communicate effectively with management, users, staff, and team members, both written and verbal.
Exposure to assigned enterprise infrastructure technologies
Experience in solution installation, configuration, testing, trouble shooting and repair
Exposure to disaster recovery technologies
Business perspective, seeing IT as business-driven, rather than technology-driven
Ability to travel and work from home in order to provide 24 x 7 support
Strong service orientation with a desire to help others
Experience working with consultants and software vendors
2+ years of experience working with routers, switches and firewalls
Experience with and knowledge of TCP/IP Network protocols
Knowledge of and experience with layer 2 Network protocols
Knowledge of and experience with routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, etc.)
Understanding of network security features, principles and best practices
Understanding of enterprise wireless networking
Understanding of VOIP technology
Understanding of network monitoring solutions
Fluency with common network administration and intrusion detection tools
Experience with data center technology
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s Degree
3+ years of IT experience working in a manufacturing organization for a $1+ billion organization.
2+ years of experience in Infrastructure Services
Experience working within a Network Operations Center
Experience supporting Infrastructure Services in an SAP/ERP environment
Experience with server virtualization
Industry certification (s) to include: CCNA, CCNP or other relevant
Possess the ability to move up within the organization.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have reliable transportation
Must have/able to obtain CA drivers license
Must be able to travel over night occasionally
Must be able to have consistent attendance in assigned office
Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
Must be able to drive to various company and vendor locations
Must be able to work on the computer for long periods of time
Must be able to deal with periodic high stress situations
Must be able to stay calm and focused when dealing with difficult personnel issues.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Females, Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Foster Farms participates in E-Verify during the hire process at all locations for all new employees.