IT Network Engineer - Eastern Communications
Marshalltown, IA 50158
About the Job
Are you inspired by the idea of supporting our nation's critical infrastructure and securing communications for first responders, utilities, and transportation?
Are you an independent, self-motivated individual contributor also capable of rolling up your sleeves and supporting your teammates when unexpected challenges arise?
Company Overview
Eastern Communications, Ltd. is a critical communications provider based in Long Island City, Queens, NY. Founded in 1976, and acquired from original ownership in 2020, Eastern provides infrastructure, technical services, field replacement parts, and maintenance to a range of end users including public safety, transportation, utilities, and the federal government. The company has earned its exceptional reputation for delivering the highest quality products and services over its 40+ year history. In February 2023, Eastern acquired Marshalltown, Iowa-based RACOM corporation, and now comprises 200 employees across 16 locations nationwide.
Role Overview
The Eastern Communications Ltd. IT Network Engineer is an internal facing position to support the design, implementation, and on-going administration of entire network ecosystem. As the network engineer, you will not only work with members of the IT department, but also cross-functionally with field engineers and project managers when integrating our Managed Services and NOC (Network Operations Center) with client networks for remote monitoring and management. We have an expansive and diverse network ecosystem comprised of many tier-one providers such Cisco, Dell, and VMware. The role will also oversee the deployment and operational management of our internal telephony system. This is a hybrid position with a minimum of two days per week in office requirement along with a rotating on-call schedule.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and implement network architectures that align with the organization's business objectives and growth plans.
- Design and implement network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and other network devices.
- Create and maintain network diagrams and documentation.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot network equipment.
- Configure network protocols, such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and routing protocols.
- Implement network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access control lists.
- Review risks and make appropriate recommendations.
- Monitor network performance and identify potential issues.
- Troubleshoot network problems and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain network documentation and update as needed.
- Implement and enforce network security policies and procedures.
- Stay up-to-date on emerging network security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
- Participate in network infrastructure projects, from planning and design to implementation and maintenance.
- Coordinate with other IT teams and departments to ensure successful project execution.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in network engineering.
- Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols, VPNs).
- Experience with network devices from leading vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet).
- Knowledge of network security best practices and tools.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred Skills
- Certifications such as CCNP, or CCIE.
- Experience with cloud-based networking (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Knowledge of automation and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Ansible).
- Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, Zabbix).
Benefits We Can Offer You
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 401k and company match
- Annual Performance Review and Accompanied bonus
- Paid holidays, vacation and sick days
- Ongoing technical training
- Advancement opportunities
- Company-provided uniforms and safety equipment
- Safe, clean & friendly work environment
Expected Salary Range
If you are a talented and experienced IT Network Engineer who is looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
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Source : Eastern Communications