Network Engineer

**Title: Network Engineer** **Location: Atlanta GA** **Duration: 3 Months** **Job Description:** **Job Position:** Airport Network Engineer **Position Purpose:** This Network Engineer with wireless expertise will work in our NOC and will be required to maintain a reliable secure and efficient wired and wireless data communications network. The ideal candidate will have a background in managing wireless network equipment which includes installing configuring and maintaining it within a variety of parameters. This professional will also be knowledgeable about industry Wired and WiFi standards and best practices. **Responsibilities:** Installing any necessary hardware or software including those for backups or to monitor system performance. Troubleshooting tasks to prevent downtime. Providing solutions for upgrade management Developing plans to address consistent wireless network problems. Planning for future strategies and initiatives to keep the network operating at high performance. Collaborating with vendors and network managers on implementation and deployment Installing and managing firewalls and other network security protections Training inhouse staff on wireless technologies if applicable Putting solutions in place to continuously test network performance. Testing and modifying equipment as needed. Configure and deploying CISCO switches and access points appropriately and effectively. Conducting site surveys **Knowledge Skills & Abilities** Proven experience in a network engineer role Hands on experience in networking routing switching and wireless Excellent knowledge of best practices around management control and monitoring of wifi network infrastructures Experience with Cisco wireless land controllers implementation troubleshooting and problem resolution Ability to set up and configure network devices such as access points Great at organizing prioritizing and multitasking Cisco training and certifications CWNA training and certification a plus Evening and overnight hours are required and weekend work may be required **Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience** Bachelors degree in computer science or engineering or related field (Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis). 5 years of server experience. **Certifications** Cisco CCNA CCIE Wireless CCNP and ITIL highly desired Candidate must have current drivers license. Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Candidate may be required to lift 40lbs and stand or walk for long periods of time. Candidate must have the ability to work flexible hours including weekends or oncall rotation.

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