Senior Network Engineer/Architect

Senior Network Engineer/Architect

Responsibilities include planning, executing, and implementing large, complex infrastructure projects by working closely with the business team members to accomplish the goals of the business and IT department. This includes creation of comprehensive project plans, and coordination of team members, third-party contractors, and consultants. Additional responsibilities include assisting with strategic plans and roadmaps for future infrastructure initiatives; tracking project milestones and deliverables; identifying and mitigating issues; resolving conflicts with the project; and developing/presenting proposals, reports and project plans to management.

Daily tasks performed include serving as solution expert & engineer in support of delivering business goals via networking, unified communication & data security technology. Engage as project engineer on activities, tasks & initiatives of varying size as determined by project and/or manager. Function as a consultant and resource to internal team members as well as external business units as it relates to current and future infrastructure. Responsible for establishing project plans, schedules, and documentation including configurations, support processes, and operating procedures. Provide 3rd level and engineering management and support of Honda's enterprise data & UC infrastructure.

Musts: BS degree in Computer Science or related field. Strong background in Layer 2, Layer 3 and Layer 4 technologies and the ability to work as a team to maintain infrastructure stability and technical certification as CCNP or JNCIP required. Deep understanding of routing and switching, firewalls, wireless, remote access VPN, site-to-site, network/application load balancing, DHCP, DNS, public key infrastructure, RADIUS, TACACS desired. Knowledge and experience with the following will also be required: Juniper Ethernet Switching, Cisco routing and switching. Proficient PC Skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other technical software) and excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills required. Business Experience Level: 3-5 years experience working in an environment with LAN, regional and global MPLS networks including multiple remote site offices or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Wants: Strong customer service skills. Works well within a team and adapts easily to change. A self-starter with a history of working unsupervised while achieving required goals. Experience in LAN/WAN network administration and engineering is a plus. Strong problem solving and debugging skills.