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Job Title - Network Specialist – CityNet Phase 3
Location: Various agency locations across the five boroughs of NYC
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 35 hours/week (Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
Duration: 12+ Months
About the Role
Join a dynamic team as a Network Specialist supporting the implementation of advanced network technologies for major IT projects across New York City. You will play a key role in architecture design, planning, and hands-on deployment of network solutions in a large-scale, multi-agency environment.
Key Responsibilities
Deploy and configure network equipment at multiple NYC locations
Lead onsite migrations from legacy devices to new network infrastructure
Coordinate with various city agencies using ServiceNow for scheduling and technical cutovers
Upgrade network operating systems and implement advanced MPLS configurations
Maintain asset management in ServiceNow, including onboarding new devices and decommissioning legacy equipment
Update network documentation: remove unused configurations, subnets, and ports, and revise network diagrams
Develop and implement Cisco router/switch configuration templates
Conduct SNMP, syslog, NTP, and NetFlow testing
Participate in meetings, follow up on assigned tasks, and support additional networking, VoIP, or QoS initiatives as needed
Mandatory Qualifications
12+ years of professional networking experience
Proven hands-on expertise with BGP, MPLS, and OSPF routing protocols in large-scale environments
Extensive experience with Cisco network installations in multi-ring, dark fiber environments
Deployment of Cisco NCS routers and IOS-XR, including deep knowledge of hardware limitations and feature sets
Proficiency in MPLS, EIGRP, OSPF, iBGP, eBGP, and IS-IS routing protocols
Experience configuring CORE/PE and CPE routers/switches in mid-to-large organizations or carriers
Strong background in enterprise QoS design and implementation, especially for Cisco NCS products
Advanced skills with management protocols (SNMPv3, Syslog, NetFlow)
Excellent analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to thrive in cross-functional teams with strong attention to detail
Experience reviewing project designs and system documentation
Proficiency in network architectural design using MS Visio
Familiarity with the City of New York’s network infrastructure and processes is a plus
Additional Information
Travel within NYC’s five boroughs is required; travel reimbursement is not provided
Onsite presence is mandatory for maintenance windows
Overtime must be pre-approved by the project manager
Ready to make an impact on the city’s digital future? Apply now to join our team and help shape the next generation of New York City’s network infrastructure!