Senior Network Specialist Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Senior Network Specialist to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Install patches and maintain accurate records of network changes and patch/update levels;
- Perform network management functions such as network monitoring, maintenance, IA, performance measurement and reporting;
- Deploy and configure Cisco CSRs (Cloud Service Routers) within cloud instances;
- Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems;
- Perform updates to network devices including firewalls, NIDS, switches, routers and crypto devices;
- Prepares or ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions, network policies, and procedures;
- Performs problem isolation and resolution of network problems through troubleshooting and devising effective solutions;
- May need to coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment.
Requirements:
- Problem solving and ability to apply solutions in a timely manner;
- Ability to work with vendors to support the infrastructure and services;
- Ability to monitor and diagnose latency, connectivity or any other issues that impede functionality of services;
- SharePoint technologies, to include light design, management and maintenance;
- Ability to track multiple project tasks and activities simultaneously;
- WAN circuit design and support;
- VMWare knowledge, to include migration and management of multiple systems in a data center environment;
- Active Directory in an enterprise environment;
- Supporting and troubleshooting workstations and servers;
- Knowledge of Microsoft Exchange and Google technologies;
- Ability to quickly adapt to a fast paced, dynamic infrastructure environment;
- 2+ years of direct, hands-on experience deploying and configuring Cisco CSRs within a cloud instance;
- 6+ years of directly relevant experience with Cisco network products;
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or similar certification;
- DoD 8570.1-M Compliance at IAT Level I certification.