Senior Network AdministratorWe are looking for a senior Network Administrator to maintain a reliable, secure and efficient data communications network. The ideal candidate will be able to deploy, configure, maintain and monitor all active network equipment in order to ensure smooth network operation. The candidate would have 7+ years of infrastructure administration and 5+ years of experience in network administration preferably using Cisco products. This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements.What you will be responsible for as Network Engineer, Architect you will:Fully support, configure, maintain and upgrade corporate routers, switches, load balancers and firewallsInstall and integrate new network hardware and appliancesSupport and administer third-party data feedsEnsure network security and connectivityMonitor network performance (availability, utilization, throughput, and latency) and test for weaknessesResearch and make recommendations on network system administrationSpecify system requirements and design solutionsWhat we value: These skills will help you succeed in this role:Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skillsExperience in managing large scale, multi-location projectsStrong written and verbal communicationEducation & Preferred Qualifications:Bachelors degree required7+ years of infrastructure technology administration5+ years of network administrationKnowledge of Cisco route/switch and Palo Alto firewalls preferredCCNA required, CCNP or CCIE preferred, PCNSA or PCNSE preferredExperience with Cisco DNA Center and NDFC is a plusMainly what the suppliers like to see is:What are the 3-5 “nice to have” attributes that would separate a successful candidate from their competition when interviewing? Knowledge of Cisco DNACo Knowledge of Cisco NDFCo CCNP or CCIEWhat are the top three must-haves you will be looking for in the resumes/interviews for this role? 5+ years of route/switch experienceo CCNAo Ability to work in a team atmosphereWhat business unit is this supporting? IMS WestIs it supporting a specific project or initiative?
If so, which one and in what way? NoWhat type of software skills is an absolute must have? Knowledge of Cisco hardware and softwareWhat will the interview process entail (phone screen, face to face, meet with team, how many rounds, etc). What will the interview look like? Is there a test in the interview the candidate should be prepared for? 2 interviews, initial ~30 minute interview will be with me and follow-up technical interview. There will be no test.Will this position be remote, hybrid, or 5 days onsite?
Hybrid. At least 2 days in the office each week. Preferably Wednesday and Thursday but those days are flexible.What are the working hours? What time zone? 8-5 PDTWill this contractor need their own laptop or will client provide one for them? Contractor will need their own laptopWill there be any training provided or would the need to jump right in first day? Training will be providedWho will be training the new hire?
IMS West networking teamWhat type of background would you like this person to have? IT background with enfaces on Cisco networkingHow many years experience? 5+What is the day to day of the person going to look like? Be specific. Design and deploy new network equipment in IMS West data centerso Assist end users with issues or requestso Identifying issues as they arise