Network Engineer I (Transport)

GCI Communication Corp•Anchorage, AK

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

GCI's Network Engineer I will apply engineering principles to multiple sub-groups within the Technology Solutions internal departments; responsible for architectural design, development, implementation, and support within the company and/or between business departments that follow telecommunication industry standards using engineering principles. This is an entry-level position within the Network Engineer discipline. Must be competent at performing basic engineering calculations, design, and implementation for further review by senior staff. Requires close supervision and work is reviewed throughout process/project; supports senior staff and completes tasks on time and within budgeted costs. This role is part of CTO focused on technology related to Transport and Access Engineering.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Technologies, Electrical Engineering, or relevant field.
Minimum of one (1) year experience in the field or related background.
MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel).
Knowledge of standard network engineering concepts.
Ability to create and edit network diagrams.

Nice To Haves

Experience within the telecommunications industry.
Other telecom industry or job specific certifications.
Nokia NRS I/II
CCNP
PCNSA
SCTE
JNCIP
PCNSE
CMTS
CCIE
CCNA
JNCIA
JNCIE
JNCIS

Responsibilities

Ensures the integrity of high availability network infrastructure to provide maximum performance in design, implementation, and support.
Able to understand GCI standard engineering concepts of availability, efficiency, redundancy, scalability, and security.
Able to Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of the current network and/or systems facilities.
Maximizes performance using network monitoring tools, troubleshooting network and/or system outages, scheduling updates, and collaborating with architects on optimization.
Maintains professional skillset by participating in educational opportunities, technical organizations, reading professional publications, and personal use of technology.
Provides detailed reports on network operational status, and milestones related to project completion.
Capable of remote site support for off-site personnel and customers.
Coordinates with project management and engineering teams on a regular basis.
Supports and manages escalation events.
Develops and updates documentation and support materials.
Mentors’ junior engineers and technicians.
Configures equipment and infrastructure related to a specific technical discipline in support of network operations and projects.
Supports and manages escalations.
Provides remote support for off-site personnel and customers.
Uses network monitoring tools, troubleshooting network and/or system outages and scheduling updates.
Develops and updates documentation and support materials.
Provides detailed reports on network operational status, and milestones related to project completion.
Coordinates with project management and engineering teams on a regular basis and assists with the design and implementation of new solutions and continual improvement of the current network and/or systems facilities.
Provides technical expertise and strategic insight in the planning, development, and implementation of engineering solutions.
This role bridges the gap between technology planning, project execution, and system optimization, ensuring that the organization's infrastructure aligns with its long-term goals and innovation strategies.
Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including software developers, systems engineers, and product managers, to design, evaluate, and implement complex technological solutions.
Focuses on the technical and strategic planning of engineering initiatives, helping define and deliver projects that enhance the company's technology infrastructure, improve operational efficiency, and drive business growth.