Network Engineer II

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Job Location (Full Address):

44 Celebration Dr, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

100110 University IT / CTS

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 113

Compensation Range:

$77,216.00 - $115,824.00

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE
Provides design, implementation and operational support for organizational networks, including LAN/WAN, backbone/data center infrastructures and network related services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develops design specifications for network topologies, electronics and distribution systems from general requirements.
• May also develop cabling specifications based on assigned area or function.
• Develops physical or virtual segmentation schemes to satisfy various connectivity requirements.
• Develops, documents and implements standards for all network components.
• Specifies and implements network management systems, both physical and logical.
• Configures and deploys network management tools to monitor network capacity and maximize network availability.
• May direct the activities of assigned staff using approved project plans, contributing to the development of those plans.
• Trains and orients others on the team.
• Provides input to the budget process.
• Provides technical expertise and guidance to ensure optimum efficiency and program progress.
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures and ensures that documentation is kept current and complete.
• Translates project phases into discrete work orders for execution by subcontractors, when applicable.
• Produces bills-of-material as required by construction activities.
• Produces itemized project cost estimates including labor and materials when needed.
• Performs troubleshooting as required to identify root cause for any business impacting events.
• Provides on-call coverage to service network interruptions, escalates when appropriate.
• Documents network cable plant and maintain an inventory of network components throughout entire network infrastructure.
• Participates in department or user initiated quality improvement projects and works to build value for the organization.
• Attends technical classes or seminars and reads technical journals appropriate to maintaining skill proficiency.

- Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years of relevant experience required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working with large enterprise-wide LAN/WAN environments in a higher education or healthcare setting preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Familiarity with network electronics, including optical networking concepts, routers, switches, etc. required
• Familiarity with network management tools, such as Intermapper, Netdisco, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, etc. required
• Familiarity with Ethernet concepts and network routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP required
• Familiarity with structured cable plant components and techniques for both fiber and copper required
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required
• Thorough knowledge of TCP/IP protocols and addressing required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Technician upon hire preferred
• CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional upon hire preferred

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