Cloud Network Engineer II

GCI Communication Corp • Anchorage, AK

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

GCI's Cloud Network Engineer II will be responsible for the Cloud Network Engineer function of supporting Data Center, Campus LAN, Internet Edge, and Branch Office networks. Works collaboratively with other Cloud Network Engineers, Cloud Systems Engineers, and DevOps Engineers throughout the company to develop, deploy and maintain Hybrid Cloud and SDDC platforms. Achieves improved deployment frequency for faster time to market, shortened lead time between fixes, and quicker recovery time in the event of a new release failure. Engineering and deployment of physical and virtual networks using Continuous Delivery methodologies, built to scale with efficient repeatability and effective reliability.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer technologies, network engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in any combination of: Progressive experience in cloud networking.
• Cloud network development and internal and multi-cloud networking environments.
• Working with moderate to complex network management within a data center environment or related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of IP address nomenclature, protocols, and routing.
• Knowledge of standard cloud network engineering concepts including software defined networking (SDN) and virtualized network functions (VNFs).
• Knowledge of physical and virtual firewalls, routers, switches, network applications and related technologies.
• Experienced in diagnosis of Layer-2 and Layer-3 data network problems.
• Strong automation skill with a variety of tools and scripting languages.
• Ability to develop/build IT solutions to meet business requirements.
• Ability to install and configure solutions.
• Strong knowledge of agile methodology and continuous integration and delivery.
• Ability to create and edit network drawings.
• Ability to administer 24/7 server environments.
• Documentation, organization, and time management skills.
• Take initiative to improve processes, procedures, skills, and technical knowledge.
• Proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to complete job duties effectively.
• Comprehensive understanding of data center and campus IAN networking operations and functions, and be familiar with applicable engineering functions, aspects, applicable codes, and standards.
• Strong understanding of Software Defined Data Center construction and operations.
• Demonstrated time management skills to manage multiple complex projects smoothly and professionally on time and on budget.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or professional levels certifications: Cisco, F5, Aruba, Palo Alto and VMWare.
• Telecommunications experience.
• Other telecom industry or job specific certifications.

Responsibilities

• Design and implementation of network and/or system facilities utilizing standard engineering concepts of availability, efficiency, redundancy, scalability, and security.
• Development of new solutions and continuous improvements of the current network and systems facilities ensuring the integrity of high availability data centers and campus Lan network infrastructure.
• Perform audits, forecasts, and manage capacity of IP addressing, bandwidth forecasting, hardware, software licensing, and hosted devices.
• Provide detailed reports on network operational status and milestones related to project completion.
• Support and manage escalation events.
• Automate and streamline operations and processes to rapidly release reliable network infrastructure faster and more frequently.
• Configure firewalls, load balancers, routers, and switches, in support of network operations and projects.
• Reviews modules for quality assurance.
• Remote site support for off-site personnel and customers.
• Maximize performance using network monitoring tools, troubleshooting network and system outages, scheduling updates, and collaborating with architects on optimization.
• Build and maintain tools for deployment and testing in stable and scalable production environments.
• Maintain professional skillset by participating in educational opportunities, technical organizations, reading professional publications, and personal use of technology.
• Coordinate with project management and engineering teams on a regular basis.
• Develop and update documentation and support materials.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Define, design, and implement network and system facilities utilizing standard engineering concepts of availability, efficiency, redundancy, scalability, and security.
• Develop and use automation to complete routine and repeatable tasks.
• Configure firewall, load balancer, router, and switches, hardware and virtualized and software defined functions in support of network operations and projects.
• Support and manage escalations.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Benefits

• GCI fosters an environment where the unique perspectives of our employees, customers, and fellow Alaskans are celebrated.
• We add value to our community by nurturing and empowering each member of our workforce, ensuring equal opportunities for every Trailblazer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level