Network Engineer

The Network Engineer will report to the Technical Services Manager and is responsible for assessing incoming support requests and addressing them with minimal oversight. The candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that is goal-oriented and emphasizes accountability for delivering results.  The position will require someone who can multitasking, is an efficient out-of-the-box thinker, and looking to actively add to their network knowledge. Our Network Engineers must be highly proficient with Ruckus Wireless network systems (including SmartZone wireless controllers and Unleashed wireless access points), Ruckus/Brocade ICX switches, FortiGate and Sophos Firewalls.

JOB DUTIES:

• Open tickets and diagnose Tier 1/2 technical support issues with remote clients’ networks

• Program/provision AN Core solutions for deployment at remote sites

• Provide and maintain thorough documentation of client systems

• Perform firmware updates on remote client systems

• Create and manage client contacts/accounts within AN systems

• Foster a spirit of collaboration with clients and teammates by coaching and sharing knowledge

• Learn new technologies and products

• Review alerts from the Access Networks Live Monitoring system and escalate/create tickets using a defined process

• Write/publish articles to increase the team's institutional knowledge

• Prepare tickets for RMA processing

• Occasional after-hours emergency support for remote clients

YOU MUST HAVE:

• 4+ years networking experience and current CCNA certification (or equivalent)

• Advanced understanding of network protocols, firewalls, routers, switching, TCP/IP, STP

• Advanced understanding of wireless local area networks, authentication, security, and encryption protocols

• Experience supporting customer environments in a helpdesk/support capacity

• Able to solve complex technical problems while under pressure and interfacing with clients

• Fanatical attention to detail, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and capitalization

• Availability nights/weekends as needed

• Able to work in CST or EST hours

WE VALUE:

• Residential custom electronics design/integration experience and familiarity with home automation systems such as Crestron, Savant, AMX, and Control4

• RCWA, RCNA CWNA/CWNP, ICX/Brocade certifications or equivalent experience

• Experience programming and troubleshooting Ruckus solutions

• Experience with remote desktop support applications

• Working knowledge of ConnectWise

• Python, VBScript, JavaScript, or other scripting experience

• Apple or Microsoft certifications