Expert understanding of Carrier and Enterprise grade Network Infrastructure. Hardware components include routers, switches, firewalls, optical taps, media such as Layer1 fiber and copper data cabling, SFP Optics and associated protocols, device linecards, power cabling, and rack elevations. 5-7 years advanced router & switch configuration & system administration experience with Cisco & Juniper Routers is REQUIRED. Similar experience with F5 AFM or LTM is recommended. Candidate will be requested to verbally communicate both common & advanced configurations and config concepts. Expert knowledge of highly-available Networks, standards, best practices, and designs of such. Expert knowledge of the OSI Interconnect Model. The candidate will be responsible for the physical install, capital management, complete configuration, design, troubleshooting, and interconnect of above equipment in an advanced Lab. This is an equipment hands-on position in the Lab facility (cabling, equipment, power connectivity using standard power cables). Network devices will be tested using advanced Network test equipment. Candidate must be knowledgeable in equipment KPIs and be prepared to communicate test parameters / results. Candidate will be responsible to communicate status updates of above to internal team using clear and accurate verbal and written methods, including but not limited to conference calls, face-to-face meetings, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Visio, and accurate technical documentation. Assist with the coordination and development of hardware and software bill-of-materials based on a provided Design. Participate in discussions with vendor and employees, while being prepared act as a critical check & balance to vendor technical proposals or statements. Ensure accuracy and accurate tracking of materials delivery. Manage the rollout of that Capital Hardware to remote locations according to the Design and in advance of a complex critical Network growth schedule. Manage Capital installation vendor & progress. Strong history of accuracy and accountability when working with highly complex technical deployment and modification projects, which will be expected to be described in detail to the interviewer via detailed examples of such. Strong verbal and written communications skills, and we request examples of highly technical documentation previously completed (redacted where necessary), or a detailed description of equivalent of that which cannot be disclosed. Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related.
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