Senior Network Engineer
Senior Network Engineer
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The final salary will depend on the candidates qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.
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Qualified veterans who meet the minimum requirements will receive outreach during the recruitment process in accordance with Federal and State laws including the Illinois Veterans Preference Act. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or job offer. The most qualified candidate will be selected.
Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America serving Cook DuPage Will Lake Kane and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe reliable and efficient commuter service.
Information Technology is divided into four sections: Enterprise Applications Railroad Applications Network Services and Systems Development. The Enterprise Applications team is charged with implementing and supporting applications used enterprise-wide at Metra such as the new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and HR Payroll and Timekeeping systems. The Railroad Applications team is charged with implementing and supporting applications used to support Metras Transportation Mechanical and Engineering functions. The Network Services section has two distinct groups: IT Support and Network Operations. IT Support maintains and supports the agencys personal computers as well as computer aided design (CAD) systems for the Engineering Department and point-of-sale terminals. Network Operations builds and maintains the servers and storage that are replacing the agencys mainframe the data network e-mail system and disaster recovery capabilities. Systems Development develops maintains and supports all application systems built in-house across all business functions.
Reporting directly to the Director Network Service the Senior Network Engineer provides input into and executes against Metras strategic infrastructure road-map ensuring alignment with Metras overall cybersecurity plan; designs implements maintains and monitors infrastructure; and provides technical direction to Network Engineers.
The primary duties include:Provide level 2 and 3 support for multiple technologies including: routers switches and firewalls; zScaler deployment and maintenance; administration of monitoring tools including SolarWinds PRTG and DNA Center; networking troubleshooting and investigative tools including Graylog and Wireshark; administration of Cisco interfaces utilized throughout environment; deployment/administration of SD-WAN technologies; design implementation and maintenance of Meraki wireless infrastructure; and administration of F5 and the different components including ASM LTM APM and AFM. Work closely with Infrastructure Architect to provide key input into all infrastructure strategies and plans. Performproject management tasks specifically driving key infrastructure projects to completion utilizing Metra resources and delivering projects within specified time deploy and maintain a High Availability environment to ensure an uptime of 99.9%. Overseethe installation configuration maintenance and monitoring of infrastructure related software used throughout the infrastructure to maintain security compliance and monitor device status for both internal and external-facing systems. Promote safe work practices and maintain and foster a safe work environment. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act not the Social Security Administration.
- Bachelors degree in a computer related discipline OR in lieu of degree a combination of education and experience may be substituted for the required degree that equals four years in supporting and installing network infrastructure equipment.
- In addition to #1 must have eight years of experience that includes planning designing implementing and managing large scale technical projects involving network cores Internet firewalls switches routers SD-WAN and wireless infrastructures.
- Must have hands-on experience with the following network hardware and software devices and tools: routers switches and firewalls; zScaler; monitoring tools including SolarWinds PRTG DNA Center etc.; networking troubleshooting/investigative tools including Graylog Wireshark; Cisco interfaces; SD-WAN technologies; and Meraki wireless infrastructure.
- Considerable knowledge of routing protocols including RIP OSPF EIGRP IS-IS and BGP.
- Considerable knowledge on WAN connectivity MPLS circuits leased Lines Metro Ethernet Site to Site IPsec tunnels ISP circuits Customer Edge configurations.
- Good knowledgeable of SD-WAN solutions to include VeloCloud.
- Good Knowledge in deployment and security of wireless technology.
- Good organizational analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Advanced skill in configuring Cisco network infrastructure F5 Meraki VeloCloud SD-WAN zScaler SolarWinds PRTG and DNA Center tools.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills when interacting with users management and consultants.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365.
- Skill assessing highly complex infrastructure problems and developing and implementing solutions.
- Ability to manage multiple projects.
- Ability to provide direction to colleagues.
- Ability to communicate technical details to a non-technical audience.
- Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
- Ability to stand walk and/or sit for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to operate a vehicle.
- Must be willing to travel within Metras 6-county region.
- Must be available on-call 24-hours/day 7 days/week 365 days/year including weekends and holidays.
Preferred:
- CCNA Certification.
- CCNP Certification.
Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.
Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana Metra prohibits applicants and employees use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia) or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes while on duty subject to duty on Metra property or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.
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Senior IC
Employment Type
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