Network Engineer

Sr. Network Engineer

 

Position Summary: The Sr. Network Engineer will report to the Director, Information Technology and be responsible for supporting the Corporate Server environment and interoperability along with Email for all locations throughout the company.  The candidate will need to have demonstrated production support, design, planning, implementation and troubleshooting expertise, practices and strategies with experience in a Microsoft network. You will be responsible for configuring and managing all servers, both physical and virtual, NetApps filers, and all associated hardware and software necessary to implement and maintain a sound optimum performing corporate network.  The scope of responsibility for this person begins at the design, planning, implementation and proactive monitoring of network servers to support existing and new applications.  It includes security/performance monitoring, configuration management, and issue escalation and resolution.

 

Major Responsibilities: The Sr. Network Engineer will be responsible for the implementation and management of Vanderweil’s server infrastructure including specification, maintenance, troubleshooting and performance tuning to meet Vanderweil’s user needs. Responsibilities include performance monitoring and planning, capacity planning and troubleshooting coupled with proposing enhancements to the network and lead deployment efforts. The Sr. Network Engineer will be required to work with internal customers to develop network solution requirements during scope definition phases of all projects. Work with internal customers to develop technical solutions during solutions design phase.  Work with PM’s to understand project priorities and help sequence network implementations and modifications accordingly. Communicate within project teams to set network deliverables and expectations (time/resource requirements). Effectively identify and communicate risks during course of projects

 

Qualifications Experience with design, planning and trouble-shooting network related problems with expertise in MS Windows Server 2003, Exchange 2003/2007, along with Active Directory. Strong working knowledge of VMWare ESX server, server clusters, VMotion, HA, DRS and Virtual Center are also required.Strong working knowledge of NetApps filer systems is required.  Knowledge of EMC SANS would also be helpful.Ability to use network tools to troubleshoot and resolve network problems such as those caused by viruses, faulty equipment, spyware, usage, memory or capacity issues, etc.Must know when to ask for assistance, and when to give assistance. Must be approachable, teachable, a team player with a strong desire to continue learning and expanding their experience in a highly evolving security focused environment. Willingness to work beyond core business hours, if necessary to minimized business interruption during planned or unplanned security system modifications. Possess strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Education/Relevant Experience: Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field or requisite job experience. 5+ years of experience in a Microsoft network architectural capacity with proven experience in enterprise network architecture, management, capacity planning & monitoring. Microsoft MCSE Certification is strongly desired.