Network Engineer

Job Description:

The function of the Network Support Engineer is to to provide both Level 2 technical support onsite at the customers premises Mon-Fri during Business Hours. The Network Support Engineer is a hands on role and will be required to have an extensive technical background in data networking and security products support. The role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities in the areas of data networking security and wireless mostly from a technical operational lead on network service delivery working with the account team and other teams to support managed support services customers nationally with focus on a few key major clients local to South Australia and possibly other states.

The additional functions of the role are to manage escalation of complex issues to vendors and seek resolution within a predefined time frame will be very important for the overall success of this position.

The role requires the person to have a good technical background in predominantly in Cisco Routing and Switching Wireless products network security and firewalls experience is also key to the position. Any SDWAN MS Azure Solarwinds and Thousand Eyes experience would be highly desirable. The role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities in the areas of network trouble shooting with other technical teams and service delivery teams during P1 and P2 cases to support the customer.

The engineer may also need to attend internal CAB meetings customer Technical Review Board (TRB) meetings also attend onsite and remote conference calls during the P1 and P2 incidences to provide updates both DXC Technology internal team and customers. This position will be based predominantly at the Customers premises in Adelaide Metro area with possibilities of working from home on some days by customers approval.

The engineer will be part of the Data Team of Network Operations and reports to the Network Opertions Manager/Technical Team lead although the engineer may also have a dotted-line report to a Customers Network Manager when onsite for duties.

Key accountabilities

Service accountabilities
Network Operations daily network operational support within the scope of the managed support services contract. Perform daily tasks to maintain network operability within SLAs working within DXC ITIL framework for incident change and problem management. Participate in network oncall rosters as required and work onsite at customers premises during their business operating hours.
Network Installations involvement with assisting any rollout of customer data networks. These will sometimes be done in conjunction with DXC Project Management in which close liaison with the PM will be other cases the data engineer will be responsible for install and rollout of the solution. Working with the Technical Support Manager Data for resourcing the work appropriately and engaging any sub contractors where necessary.
Collaborative Support Collaborate with other 3rd party vendors to provide technical data support to customers who have maintenance contracts or are paying T&M rates for maintenance form of DXC Data Networking. Should onsite attendance be necessary the engineer will can arrange and co-ordinate a field service person or sub contractor to attend. Ownership of fault resolution is with the DXC Data Engineer through to completion.
May involve some after hours work for scheduled activities or in some cases to assist with critical incidents or planned changes as needed.
Work with staff/vendors to test problems to come up with solutions to fixes software patches and upgrades.
Verify the conformity of all the equipment in the customer solution
Escalate issues to Vendors when required
Raise the quality of standards & quality of services offered measured on Customer service. This will include closure time of problems response times & customer survey.
Be Aware of all costs & tracking. Adhere to the most economical solution in delivering services
Fully support & liaise with the service management team to provide solutions and develop internal and external processes.
Help to review all call log reports are completed and closed within the guidelines required and that all documentation is forwarded to Customer Support for billing.
Work with the team to ensure successful project transitions to BAU teams are completed compliance with DXC standard operation processes and customer satisfaction is maintained and upto date.
Complete a weekly summary report and timesheet indicating hours spent each week and submit to the Network Support Manager.

Additional Responsibilities

Promote the DXC image of a Company which guarantees customer satisfaction in accordance with the strategy of the Company.
Detect and seize every opportunity allowing to promote the Value Added Services activities both internally and externally.
Fully support & liaise with all other areas of DXC where required.
Accept responsibility for own standard of performance and ensure quality results.
Undertake duties in accordance with health and safety requirements demonstrating a duty of care to own self and others.
Achieve company objectives in regard to service sales and company growth
Complete any other tasks/duties as required.
Provide timely updates on all escalated Level 3 & 4 problems
Promote the DXC image to guarantees customer satisfaction in accordance with the strategy of the Company

Experience:

Critical
Active Cisco CCNA certification in Routing and Switching and/or Security
Good Understanding of both LAN and WAN Network Fundamentals
Must have working experience and good familiarity with network software patching and upgrades
Proven experience in major incidents management with solid methodologies and attention to details.
At least 2 years experience in networking technical support and/or incident management roles.
Excellent oral written and customer facing skills in English
Professionalism at all times with strong customer focus
Good communication skills - Good customer facing experience.
Australian citizenship and potential base security and/or NV1 security clearance would be desirable

Technical Experience
Experience in supporting Cisco Nexus Dashboard DNAC and SDWAN would be desirable
Experience in supporting Cisco ISE and ASA/FirePower security products would be desirable
Working knowledge with other network monitoring and other vendor network security and wireless products would be highly desirable
Experience with major incidents and working with technical team of a NOC and other L2/L3 network engineers.
2 years experience working with Cisco networking products in a project and/or support engagement
Must have experience working in mission critical environments.
Must have experience working within ITILv3 service management framework.

Qualifications:

Education & Certifications
Diploma in Computer Science or Engineering highly desirable
Cisco Routing and Switching and/or Security wireless certifications
Training or certification to ITIL process and policies

Trust Transform & Thrivewith a company whose mission is to lead clients on their digital transformation journeys DXC Technology will be recognized globally as a force multiplier enabling clients to seize the opportunities presented by todays rapidly changing technologies. If you are a self-starter with a strong customer focus and a results oriented approach complimented by your strong verbal and written communication skills we would like to hear from you.

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