We are seeking a Highly skilled and motivated Network Specialist to join our Operations team with a focus on supporting new office moves and the physical setup, configuration, and maintenance of network equipment. The Ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of networking, experience with rack and stack procedures, and the ability to ensure seamless network functionality in new office locations.
Experience with Zscaler and SD-WAN Silverpeak are required.
Responsibilities:
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and execute office moves, ensuring network infrastructure requirements are met.
· Physically install, rack, stack, and cable network equipment (switches, routers, AP’s, Silver peak, etc.)
· Configure and troubleshoot network hardware and software to ensure proper functionality.
· Maintain accurate documentation of network configuration and physical layouts, Rack elevation.
· Coordinate with vendors and service providers to ensure timely delivery and installation of equipment.
· Test and verify network connections to ensure reliability and performance.
· Provide remote and on-site support during the office moves and setup phases.
· Diagnose and resolve network issues and escalate when necessary.
· Apply Network standards provided by the Senior Network Engineer.
· Ensure all new network equipment has been added to all monitoring systems and update inventory.
· Provide network requirements for RFP proposals.
· Participate in weekly Network On-call rotation.
Knowledge & Skill Requirements:
· Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols (vlans, OSPF, BGP, etc)
· Proven experience in network setup, rack and stack, and office moves
· Direct, hands-on experience with relevant technologies (routing, switching, load balancing, SD-WAN (SilverPeak), DM-VPN, datacenter fabrics, tapping solutions, ACL development, firewall policy management, network management and monitoring systems, etc.)
· Strong experience with Cisco Switches, Migration from 3850 to 9300
· Understanding of Palo Alto Firewalls from an administration standpoint.
· Familiarity of Cisco ACI
· Familiarity of Cisco ICE and NAC
· Familiarity with network hardware and equipment
· Proficiency in network configuration and troubleshooting
· Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· zScaler Administration highly preferred
· Cisco Meraki Access Point Administration
· SD-WAN setups
· Ability to translate non-technical user requirements and descriptions into system designs.
· Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical individuals.
· Ability to multitask and switch focus among multiple different efforts quickly.
· Excellent organizational and self-management skills.
· Strong project management skills and experience with Jira and Confluence preferred.
· A minimum of 5++ years prior experience directly implementing and supporting a networking environment across multiple sites is required.
· Relevant certification (CompTIA Network+, CCNA, CCNP) preferred.
· Previous experience in the legal field is desired.
· Willingness to travel as needed to support office moves.
The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.