Network Engineer I - Full Time - Days

Mohawk Valley Health System•City of Utica, NY

6d•$61,000 - $98,000•Onsite

About The Position

Provides IT network maintenance, support, implementation, security and planning as assigned. Monitors and performs advanced diagnoses and troubleshooting to resolve issues with network infrastructure. Performs device configuration and connectivity preparation to the local area networks (LAN’s) and wide area network (WAN).

Requirements

Associate’s degree in computer science, engineering, telecommunications or related field, or related work experience.
0-2 years’ experience in IT networks or applicable experience required.
Knowledge and experience with IP administration, LAN/WAN, Routing, Switching, problem determination, Disaster Recovery, CISCO Configuration, Capacity Planning, Packet Sniffing, knowledge of TCP/IP, MPLS, WiFi, Firewalls.
Must work as an excellent team member with superb verbal and written communication skills.
Must possess good customer service skills and be able to provide education and technical support to other staff.
Attention to quality and detail.
Minimum 1 IT network certification such as CCNA

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, telecommunications or related field.
2-4 years of experience in IT networks or applicable experience.
CCNP certification

Responsibilities

Perform cable testing and certification.
Perform configuration and implementation on routers, switches, hubs, bridges, CSU/DSU and other networking related components.
Responsible for day to day administration of network related components and security related systems on the WAN and LAN segments.
Gather and report performance statistics and information for proactive network management.
Effectively use IT issue ticket system to track activities.
Work on various networking and infrastructure projects.
Assist with duties such as procurement of equipment and purchasing of tools.
Is flexible and available for on-call duty after hours in a rotation with other support staff.
Maintain technical skills in line with current industry standards and certifications. Actively participates in continuing education, seminars/conferences, professional societies/journals and networking with other security professionals to keep current with new developments and technology.
Communicate clearly concisely and professionally with customers and management.
May install, update and maintain data information systems.
Install, update and maintain data information equipment related to network management.
Perform other duties as required.