Senior Network Engineer
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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors degree in Information Technology (IT) or related field plus five (5) years of experience as a Network Engineer installing and maintaining large enterprise network systems or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to this position.
Experience designing and/or implementing large scale IP/MPLS networks required.
Experience designing and implementing large scale wireless networks required.
Experience with cyber security hardening and mitigation of networks
CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) within areas of Data Center Switching/Routing Security and Wireless required.
Experience working on networking devices from various vendors such as: Cisco Nokia Alcatel Zhone Eastern Research Teleste preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires sitting for extended periods of time standing visual acumen manual dexterity and fingering for working with computer keyboards.
Requires stooping bending kneeling standing climbing or walking on ballasted track and in subway tunnels.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Detailed knowledge of IP/MPLS network architecture principles.
Detailed knowledge of routing protocols including BGP EIGRP OSPF and RIP.
Detailed knowledge of multicast protocols including PIM UDP and IGMP.
Detailed knowledge of video streaming protocols including RTSP RTP and RTCP.
Detailed knowledge of VoIP and IP Telephony architectures and protocols including SIP
Detailed knowledge in network protocols and performance tuning.
Detailed knowledge of network management and configuration principles.
Detailed knowledge of networks security guidelines and industry best practices.
Detailed knowledge of a wide variety of operating and server systems.
Detailed knowledge of enterprise systems monitoring and management tools such as SolarWinds Orion Wireshark Websense NMAP.
Advanced skill in solving complex technical problems involving integrated operating systems and hardware platforms.
Strong analytical organization and problem-solving skills.
Good written and verbal communications skills.
Ability to effectively manage architectural activities in areas of expertise on projects and roadmap activities.
Ability to lead others and develop strong teamwork ethic.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other employees and vendors.
WORKING CONDITIONS
General office environment.
Required to travel to various locations within the CTA.
Occasionally works along elevated ballasted and subway tracks adjacent to moving rail vehicles and energized power rails as well as CTA bus garages and other CTA facilities
Subject to prevailing weather conditions when conducting field work.
On call 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
EQUIPMENT TOOLS AND MATERIALS UTILIZED
Standard office equipment
Solarwinds Cisco Prime Navis INC Teleste Video VMX
Systems and applications hardware and software associated with current optical networking technology. Including but not limited to SONET and CISCO equipment optical spectrum analyzers power meters and light sources.
Microsoft Office Visio and database systems.
Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.
Applicants if hiredmust comply with CTAs residency ordinance.
CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race color creed religion sex marital status national origin sexual orientation ancestry age unfavorable military discharge disability or any other status protected by federal state or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process please contact prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.
During the hiring process CTAs Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.
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SUMMARY
SALARY $117624.56
Under direction plans and designs the Authoritys network infrastructure and network solutions and provides high level support and direction in troubleshooting installing implementing and administering network systems. Performs analysis of capacity issues and develops capacity planning models and ensures planned testing activities are executed to accurately meet Authority business needs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Installs configures and maintains network hardware and software infrastructure according to best practices.
Installs and configures equipment including routers switches Wi-Fi controllers firewalls web-filtering software/appliances according to Authority systems.
Provides hands-on technical support while working with APN technologies (IPSEC SSL VPN AnyConnest etc.).
Performs daily network maintenance and problem resolution with documentation for future reference.
Monitors network performance ensures capacity planning is performed and is proactive in assessing and making recommendations for improvement.
Implements performance tuning to increase efficiency.
Performs analytical technical and cost analysis work in planning designing and installing network upgrades. Coordinates and conducts testing of network upgrades installations changes and relocations to ensure they are operating according to network standards and protocols.
Troubleshoots network equipment problems and identifies deficiencies and needs. Provides recommendations of solutions that are efficient effective and meet budget needs.
Documents network problems and resolutions for future reference. Translates documentation into business metrics and creates and maintains standard reports for management use.
Researches and proposes improvements to network functionality quality or development and supports productivity with advanced network engineering techniques tools utilities and technology advancements.
Work closely with colleagues to meet team goals provides timely detailed effective written and verbal communication on the risks and complex process administration.
Performs related duties as assigned.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to this position may include the following jobs:
Job Title
Senior Coordinator Optical Network Systems
Senior Coordinator Network Systems
CHALLENGES
Supporting a 24 hour a day 7 day a week operation.
Keeping abreast of new and emerging technology and industry trends.
Implementing continuous technology upgrades within budget.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
