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Job Description:
We are looking for a senior Network Administrator to maintain a reliable, secure and efficient data communications network. The ideal candidate will be able to deploy, configure, maintain and monitor all active network equipment in order to ensure smooth network operation. The candidate would have 7+ years of infrastructure administration and 5+ years of experience in network administration preferably using Cisco products.
This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements.
What you will be responsible for
As Network Engineer, Architect you will
What we value:
These skills will help you succeed in this role
Education & Preferred Qualifications
Mainly what the suppliers like to see is:
What are the 3-5 "nice to have" attributes that would separate a successful candidate from their competition when interviewing?
o Knowledge of Cisco DNAC
o Knowledge of Cisco NDFC
o CCNP or CCIE
What are the top three must-haves you will be looking for in the resumes/interviews for this role?
o 5+ years of route/switch experience
o CCNA
o Ability to work in a team atmosphere
What business unit is this supporting?
o IMS West
Is it supporting a specific project or initiative? If so, which one and in what way?
o No
What type of software skills is an absolute must have?
o Knowledge of Cisco hardware and software
What will the interview process entail (phone screen, face to face, meet with team, how many rounds, etc). What will the interview look like? Is there a test in the interview the candidate should be prepared for?
o 2 interviews, initial ~30 minute interview will be with me and follow-up technical interview. There will be no test.
Will this position be remote, hybrid, or 5 days onsite?
o Hybrid. At least 2 days in the office each week. Preferably Wednesday and Thursday but those days are flexible.
What are the working hours? What time zone?
o 8-5 PDT
Will this contractor need their own laptop or will client provide one for them?
o Contractor will need their own laptop
Will there be any training provided or would the need to jump right in first day?
o Training will be provided
Who will be training the new hire?
o IMS West networking team
What type of background would you like this person to have?
o IT background with enfaces on Cisco networking
How many years experience?
o 5+
What is the day to day of the person going to look like? Be specific.
o Design and deploy new network equipment in IMS West data centers
o Assist end users with issues or requests
o Identifying issues as they arise
When will you be interviewing for this position? Please provide specific days/times if possible.
o Monday's, Friday's or evenings
Full Time