Job Description
Job Title: Senior Network Engineer – Dallas
Submit Resume to: Recruiting@spe.org
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES are included in the following Job Description. Other
duties may be assigned.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Senior Network Engineer (SNE) is responsible for activities related to the design, installation,
management, and maintenance of the enterprise-wide LAN, WAN, wirleless and network security
infrastructure. The SNE will maintain network availability, reliability and performance that conform to
all service level agreements. The SNE provides support for all Windows and Linux environments
including resolving systems related issues escalated from the Service Desk. This position will establish
enterprise data network standards, analyze and resolve complex network related problems, and analyze
and test all elements of the network infrastructure. The SNE will design and implement network
solutions based on business requirements. This position requires technical knowledge and experience in
monitoring, security, backup, recovery, and maintaining an Enterprise datacenter. Analyzes trends and
assists in design and development of network plans. Interfaces with vendors to learn about new data
communications technology and system upgrades.
DUTIES
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Evaluates, tests, recommends, and implements specific network solutions.
Manage assigned network related tasks for projects.
Perform engineering, design and technical support for internal and external networks.
Coordinates with other offices any network changes or activities that could affect them.
Schedules and coordinates installation and maintenance of software/hardware on the network and
ensures compatibility of all communications and computer hardware/software.
Provide hands-on support, maintenance, performance monitoring, and optimization of all LAN/WAN
infrastructure including physical cable plant, wireless, and associated equipment.
Provides planning and technical support to determine network business needs throughout the
company.
Complies with all standard internal controls and processes.
Viewed as technical SME in network analysis, design and engineering.
Ensures that system improvements are successfully implemented monitored to gain the greatest
efficiencies.
Manages network projects related to technology pilots, conversions, implementations, etc.
Troubleshoots the most complex network issues as level 2/3 engineering support.
Establishes network priorities as they relate to the achievement of short and long-term business
goals and objectives.
Full knowledge of the business and architecture of the network.
Manages the installation of data communication lines, networking and security equipment
Ensure Network Operations notification and escalation procedures are accurately followed
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Initiate and maintain vendor relationships on all network hardware and software
Ability to learn new and complex technologies at an accelerated pace.
Effectively communicate network event status and impact to management
Responsible for insuring compatibility and connection of networks between SPE offices.
Responsible for network security including but not limited to intrusion/virus protection, anti-spam,
virtual private network(s), and fire wall(s).
Recommends new technology as appropriate.
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Knowledge/Skills
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Expert knowledge of a variety of network management tools, test equipment, circuits, and
routers.
Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP protocol stacks and firewall security in an inter-networking
environment.
Knowledge of Quality of Service and experience designing/implementing QoS in an enterprise
environment.
Advanced knowledge in Cisco Network including:
Cisco firewalls, switches & routers
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller and LWAPP
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, customer service, communications, and presentation
skills.
Ability to serve as a technical mentor to others and guides less experienced engineers and
technicians in resolving complex problems.
Ability to apply expert knowledge of network engineering to the most complex problems and to
direct, train, and guide less experienced engineers
Experience
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8-10 years of related enterprise data network experience.
Experience with Cisco network knowledge
Experience with Cisco ISE
Experience with VoIP and QoS.
WAF experience preferred
F5 Loadbalancer experience
Experience working on project teams including providing technical consultation to project managers
on impacts to network infrastructure.
Experience in performance tuning, hardware refresh, monitoring, backup and recovery, and
security.
Experience in identifying networking issues pertaining to design, optimization, and implementation
within client server and web architectures.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Job Description
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
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B.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields, or relevant work experience.
Ability to handle multiple tasks with minimum supervision.
Ability to solve complex technical problems with creative solutions
Ability to work independently and with various technical and non-technical entities
Minimum of 6 - 8 years of experience in Cisco networking environment
Experience in the design and support of complex systems
Must work well within a deadline-driven environment
Must have the ability to work independently and be an effective contributor in a diversified team.
Knowledge of cable and telecommunications products and services, as well as networking
fundamentals.
Cisco certifications at CCNP level or higher desired.
Must be able and willing to travel internationally.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals,
technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business
correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and
respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to
interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and
deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Microsoft Excel knowledge
Microsoft Word knowledge
Organized
Team oriented
Willing to participate on a project team
Self-motivated
Quick-learner
Good oral and written communication skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job Description
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to
finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand;
walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up
to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision,
color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The
noise level in the work environment is moderately quiet.