Network Engineer
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Job Location:
Dearborn, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
27 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves
Enterprise Technology plays a critical part in shaping the future of mobility. If youre looking for the chance to leverage advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape enhance the customer experience and improve peoples lives this is the opportunity for you. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help create vehicles that are as smart as you are.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.
Responsibilities
The Network Operations team is responsible for the operation and maintenance of Fords global infrastructure. This includes Local Area Network (LANs) Wide Area Networks (WAN) Software Defined Networks Wireless Policy/Security Controls for Ford datacenters network hubs/colos manufacturing plants office buildings etc.
- Lead Infrastructure projects.
- Subject Matter Expert on Cisco Technologies.
- Review Install Configure Test and Validate Network configurations.
- Propose / Design Standards Processes and Procedures for Network Data Center operation.
- Create technical deliverables including implementation plans assessments documentations and trainings.
- Drive periodic meetings with stakeholders on upcoming ongoing and completed tasks.
- Provide escalation level support for Critical / Major Data Center Network Deployments and Troubleshooting.
- Manage and support Vendor partners as required (technology / hardware / software / testing / integration etc.)
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree required.
- 3 years hands-on experience in design and operation of Cisco LAN/WAN/Wireless networks in a large enterprise environment
This person requires knowledge/experience with:
- Sound understanding of Cisco infrastructure architecture (network storage and hosting)
- Tier-2/3 support experience in a Network Operations Center (NOC) environment
- Advanced level troubleshooting skills in Cisco routers switches wireless SDWAN and SD-Access
- Problem-solver mindset with a passion for learning new technologies; skilled in grasping the big picture conceptualizing developing and implementing solutions and partnering closely with business leaders and IT business towers
- Experience managing large global network infrastructure projects
- Strong communication skills - comfortable leading troubleshooting bridges with customers and vendors
- Strong team player with multi-tasking skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong documentation skills to develop knowledge-based articles for the adoption of new technologies in NetOps
You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For more information on salary and benefits click here: position is a range of salary grades GSR7-8 .
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color age sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability status or protected veteran the United States if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-DK01
Key Skills
- Load Balancing
- Routing Protocols
- Network Administration
- Network Engineering
- BGP
- LAN
- Computer Networking
- IPsec
- OSPF
- Cisco ASA
- Juniper
- MPLS
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