Senior Network Technician – Staging & Deployment

Location: Sparks NV

We are seeking a Network Engineer II to support operations within our Optical Depot / Distribution Center. This role is responsible for the intake configuration testing staging and preparation of network equipment for deployment to field locations across the region.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with enterprise network implementation and support along with a strong understanding of routing protocols network hardware security technologies and infrastructure performance optimization.

• Support the Optical Team within the Optical Depot / Distribution Center
• Intake track and process network equipment inventory for deployment
• Configure test and stage network hardware for shipment to field sites
• Perform rack and stack activities for deployments and site installations
• Plan and implement enterprise network infrastructure including hardware and software
• Design and document network architecture and configurations
• Assess existing technologies to identify performance or capacity gaps
• Establish and maintain network security including:
  • Firewalls
  • Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
• Configure connectivity and access parameters across enterprise environments
• Provide recommendations to optimize network infrastructure performance
• Test tune and maintain security devices and systems
• Program and configure routers and switches
• Support implementation of communications technologies (data and/or voice)
• Manage network services from planning through implementation phases

• 2 5 years of experience in network engineering or network support roles
• Strong understanding of:
  • Routing protocols
  • Network hardware and software
  • Security technologies
  • Enterprise network infrastructure
• Hands-on experience configuring and deploying routers and switches
• Familiarity with network security systems including firewalls and IDS
• Ability to assess troubleshoot and resolve network performance issues
• Experience working in equipment staging or deployment environments preferred

• Optical Depot / Distribution Center setting
• Hands-on equipment staging and preparation
• Support for field deployment activities