Network Engineer

Network Engineer

Location: Langley, WA – Must be able to travel to our Langley , WA office.

The Network Engineer is responsible for engineering the core network in an ISP and corporate IT environment. The Engineer will handle on-site and remote engineering, management, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting of core and enterprise network systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT NECESSARILY LIMITED TO:

• Design, engineer, administer, and help support all aspects of a corporate network environment, service provider network, and network monitoring systems.
• Increase reliability and efficiency of the existing network(s).
• Collaborate with Senior Technology leadership to design, coordinate, and implement network regulatory and security compliance policies and procedures.
• Lead and document network projects, including life-cycle upgrades, application design, and requirements.
• Develop department procedures for all installations and configurations.
• Document technical requirements and translate complex solutions into an accurate, concise, and easily understood record.
• Work closely with clients, vendors, and colleagues to identify and resolve complex issues, as well as problems that impact our customers and business needs.
• Monitor and analyze network performance data.
• Identify and articulate current and future resource needs, and participate in technology review and purchasing decisions.
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve technical issues until final completion.
• Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• On-Call or after hour work as needed (emergency and maintenance work).
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ Years of Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, IOS-XR, NX-OS, BNG environment administration and configuration.
• Strong working knowledge of LAN, WAN, and access networks in an enterprise and service provider network.
• Strong programming and/or scripting knowledge to support workflow automation.
• Degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field or

equivalent related certifications such as: CCNP or CCIE, Enterprise and/or Service Provider

• Familiarity with service provider access technologies a plus (GPON, DSL, VOIP).
• Experience with Linux and FreeBSD systems a plus.
• Knowledge of network performance methodologies.
• Ability to participate with other functional teams in network systems integration and design, including writing operational specifications, test plans, and requirements with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to perform job functions with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Customer service-oriented attitude (good people-skills).
• Valid WA State Driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Valid Enhanced WA State Driver’s license or Passport.
• Pre-employment & ongoing drug screens.
• Pass background & credit check.
• Must be eligible to work in the USA.

Whidbey Telecom is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Whidbey Telecom is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call

Experience:

• Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, IOS-XR, NX-OS: 5 years (Required)
• LAN and WAN: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person