Senior Network Engineer

Sr. Network Engineer Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL Remote Direct Hire
General Job Responsibilities:
Responsible for engineering designs for OT network facilities including Cisco data communications equipment; routers, switches, etc.
Responsible for development of and compliance with engineering standards including requirements gathering, documentation, product lifecycle plans, and design packages.
Responsible for coordinating supplemental engineering service providers and/or contractors performing engineering design for network projects.
Responsible for providing support to the local Operating Companies on issues related to network planning, engineering design, and engineering consulting.
Responsible for developing and participating in the successful completion of Power Delivery Specialized Infrastructure initiatives and Technology Organization initiatives.
Responsible for providing third-level maintenance (reactive, preventative, and quality assurance) support as well as backup maintenance /installation coverage related to the identified networks / equipment at specific locations.
Job Requirements:
Basic knowledge of telecommunications systems and data network systems including IP addressing and naming (DNS, DHCP), Internet, Firewalls, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), LAN switching, Core Network switching and network routing protocols including OSPF and BGP.
Advanced network troubleshooting and network protocol analysis (e.g. WireShark) skills are a plus. 
Ability to perform end-to-end troubleshooting of data networks.
General Understanding of Real-Time SCADA systems is a plus.
Knowledge of Electric Power Delivery business and applications is a plus.
Knowledge of Network Management systems, e.g. Micro Focus NA is a plus.
Knowledge of serial data transmission (T1, RS-232) is a plus.
Knowledge of intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS) is a plus.
Ability to develop scripts to automate network management tasks on Cisco routers and switches is a plus.
General Understanding of Budgets and/or Capable of Learning about Budgeting (capital and functional) and accounting processes to ensure compliance with the budget.
Demonstrated personal computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, Visio, etc.).
Self-motivated with the ability to effectively manage multiple project responsibilities simultaneously.
Team-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Willingness to embrace, influence, and lead change.
Competencies:  
Ability to effectively organize tasks, manage multiple priorities/details, meet schedules, and deliver on customer commitments.
Ability to build relationships and work in a team atmosphere. 
Ability to provide and accept feedback.
Ability to build relationships, to communicate and work with all levels of management, vendors, and other internal and external groups and customers and exhibit positive influence at all levels.
Effective oral and written communications skills with the ability to convey complex technical issues in business terms.
Attention to detail.
 
Education / Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline (preferred); Computer Science, MIS, or technical degree in Computer Science or related technology is acceptable. 
Minimum of 3-5 years of Data Network Experience with Cisco Routing/Switching and firewalls.
Cisco certifications are a plus.
Experience with CheckPoint, Cisco ASA or Palo Alto Firewalls is a plus.
Physical Demands / Work Environment: 
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee and those an employee may encounter while performing essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
Work is generally sedentary, with no specific need for physical coordination or effort.
May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access everyday activities and with moving and configuring network equipment. 
Tasks do not expose employee to physically unpleasant or hazardous conditions.
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