Senior Network Engineer NYC

Senior Network Engineer

 

Job ID:	Job-0670
Job Title:	Senior Network Engineer
location:	New York City
Jobtype:	Permanent
Rate:	$120K - $150K +bonus
Description:	- Expert level subject matter expert (SME) on network protocols, platforms, and design best practices - Drives, manages, and "owns" end-to-end projects. Focused on owning and delivering standards to support the business - Works with stakeholders to gather and validate requirements - Test, develop, and standardize technologies, products, tools, and protocols - Cleary and concisely communicates, documents, and trains others on standards and best practices - Provides intensive support for the initial production deployment of new capabilities. Provides ongoing 4th level escalation support (not on-call rotation) - Proactively and continuously improves all aspects of the team's operation remit Qualifications - BS (or higher) in relevant field - Minimum of 7 years experience ideally on large networks in a design, architecture, or R&D role - Strong understanding of design, protocol, and platform best practices - Expert level knowledge of BGP, EIGRP, and OSPF - Hands-on experience with Cisco CRS-1, 7600, 6500, and 7200 - Strong understanding of MPLS technologies such as L3 VPN, L2 VPN, and any combination of at least two of the following: VPLS, MPLS QoS, MPLS TE and mVPN - Strong understanding and hands on experience with multicast technologies such as PIM-SM, PIM-SSM, and bidir - Understanding of internal switch and router hardware and software architectures - Experience with test tools (e.g. Smartbits, traffic generators, etc) and simulation tools - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability (and desire) to clearly and thoroughly document complex standards - Motivated self starter, ability to drive projects to completion - Excellent attention to details Desired Skills: - Experience with JUNOS (and Juniper platforms) is a big plus - Any quantifiable project management skills, certifications, or experience is a plus - Working knowledge of carrier technologies such as SONET, SDH, DWDM, and Ethernet services - Experience with Packet Design, OPNET, or similar tools is a plus - CCIE Service provider is highly desirable, although any CCIE is acceptable. PMP/PMI desired Email resume in Word to TheBigGameHunter@cisny.com. Please include the job code for the position with your resume. NO RELOCATION. NO VISA TRANSFERS. NO OVERSEAS RESUMES. NO 3RD PARTIES. To receive a complimentary subscription to my job search ezine, No B.S. Job Search Advice, go to www.JeffAltman.com to subscribe. Receive tweets from Twitter with job search tips and job listings – TheBigGameHuntr