SUMMARY:

The main function of a network engineer is to determine user requirements and design specifications for computer networks. A typical network engineer is responsible for planning and implementing network upgrades.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze and make recommendations to adjust network sizes to meet volume or capacity demands.
• Supervise network operations, maintenance, repairs or upgrades.
• Review and approve equipment configuration prototypes, including network hardware, software, servers, or server operation systems.
• Review and approve solutions for network problems.
• Review and approve conceptual, logical or physical network design procedures to track, project or report network availability, reliability, capacity or utilization.
• Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.

SKILLS:

• Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage ones time.
• Expert mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Expert knowledge of computer hardware as it relates to data storage.
• Expert knowledge of computer software, such as configuration management software, desktop communications software, operating system software and internet directory services software.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years experience required. 
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field preferred.