Manager Network Engineering

Intro: Want a company with a real vision?Our people make the difference in our success. Our vision is to provide Total Lifetime care to every pet, every parent, every time. We can't achieve this vision without the right people - they make the difference in our business and our success. Every associate plays a role in achieving our success by focusing on our three strategic priorities - Delighting our Customers, growing pet services and operating excellence. Here at the Store Support Group, you could play a key role in supporting these strategic initiatives. In 2007, PetSmart celebrated the opening of its 1000th store, with many more stores scheduled to open soon after. We continue to grow at our Corporate Headquarters which means great opportunities for a professional such as you! Benefits of working with PetSmart In addition to a competitive salary, PetSmart associates are eligible for health benefits, 401K options, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, training and development, and an associate discount at all PetSmart stores! PetSmart is an Equal Opportunity EmployerWith many positions offering relocation packages, learn more about Life in PhoenixJob Responsibilities: This position is responsible for the management of PetSmart’s network environment. This will include planning, selecting, designing, building and maintaining all network components including routers, switches, firewalls, intrusion detection, VOIP and load balancers. This person will be required to communicate technical issues to both technical and non-technical groups. In addition, this person will be required to manage projects in the network area using PetSmart’s project methodology and change control process. This position will establish policies, procedures and standards to operate and maintain those network components. The position will also include aspects of customer support and vendor management. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Network Services Engineering Management focusing on the set of services that design, configure and administer network devices for the distributed computing environment. Emphasis on project management and delivery, network architecture, network strategy and network security. Fault Management focusing on the processes and activities involved with monitoring the systems and networks of the distributed computing environment on a real-time basis to isolate, diagnoses, log, resolve, and prevent network problems. Performance Management focusing on the processes and activities involved with gathering, storing, and analyzing statistics on the factors that influence network performance. Including network monitoring, tuning, and capacity planning. Vendor Management including cost management, relationship management, and cost management. Security Management to ensure the protection of the hardware, software, and data resources of the environment. Focusing on the prevention of service loss, detection of security violations, and restoration of services in the event of a service loss. Ensure 24x7x365 availability for mission critical network services. Assists in establishing performance standards, policies and procedures. Qualifications: EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Bachelor's degree or Certification in Computer Science or equivalent 6 years of networking hands on experience In-depth experience with Cisco Routers, Switches, and Firewalls 5 years of management experience including vendor and cost management PREREQUISITE TECHNICAL SKILLS Strong knowledge of network tools including Cisco management and security tools, OpNet, Netscout and IDS. Minimum of one operating system, Win2000/2003 and UNIX (AIX/Solaris), two preferred. Experienced with LAN/WAN/VPN/VLAN and remote network technologies and protocols (such as, but not limited to, TCP/IP, HTTP, FTP, Ethernet, Frame, and ATM) Cisco routers, switches, firewall devices. Ability to troubleshoot network hardware problems, utilize network analyzers and test equipment, and understand the relationship between the network and production applications. Prefer CCNA, CCNP or CCIE certification PREREQUISITE COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Independently identifies and addresses documentation needs Able to communicate extemporaneously on both conceptual and technical areas in relevant technologies Able to communicate comfortably with all levels of corporate management Must be able to perform successfully in a team environment Ability to translate technical data into business impact information LEADERSHIP Demonstrate ability to empower associates to learn/develop Ensure direct reports have defined goals for career development, competency development, and personal development Submit Your Resume Online NowPetSmart, INC. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.