Network Engineer (SME) – Network Operations

Morgan Stanley•Alpharetta, GA

About The Position

Network Engineer (SME) – Network Operations Ethernet technologies: STP, 802.1Q, VPC, Multilayer Switching; Leaf-Spine IP Fabric IP Routing: RIP, OSPF, BGP, MPBGP, TCP/IP VxLAN design and troubleshooting Platform knowledge on Cisco Switching & Routing Platforms Platform knowledge on Arista Switching platforms Familiarity with JIRA for project and task management, specifically work in an Agile environment A firm understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 troubleshooting and incident resolution methods Experience maintaining, upgrading, and configuring Cisco routing/switching hardware required WAN support of point-to-point, dark fiber, and MPLS circuits (with BGP/OSPF routing) Excellent communication skills required including written correspondence and vocal notification Hands-on experience working in an enterprise operations environment or 24x7x365 NOC Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multitask and work well under pressure required Understanding of network management tools and packet capture technologies is required Strong understanding of change management processes, business unit engagement methodologies, and project lifecycle management Candidate must demonstrate initiative, reliability, self-motivation, and possess a strong sense of urgency to be considered 10+ years of experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting methodologies 5+ years of experience supporting networks in a fast-paced 24x7 NOC environment Previous Financial Services support experience preferred Ability to use Microsoft applications with strong presentation skills using Canva, Powerpoint Proficient in UNIX or Linux Experience with scripting / automation using Python / Ansible is a strong plus. Wireshark, Infoblox, HPNA, Splunk, Sevone, Ansible tooling experience is a plus Both cloud and wireless knowledge preferred Strong sense of security concepts including defense in depth, zero trust networking, least privilege principle, risks and controls. Flexible and adaptable to meet the team's targets Honest, hardworking, and reliable Possess a strong sense of ownership and accountability Must be able to work on the weekend and help with the executions and deployments. Must be able to drive enterprise level initiatives working with senior stakeholders across different regions. BS degree in either Computer Science (or similar discipline) or equivalent work experience CCNP preferred We do it in a way that's differentiated - and we've done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

Ethernet technologies: STP, 802.1Q, VPC, Multilayer Switching
Leaf-Spine IP Fabric IP Routing: RIP, OSPF, BGP, MPBGP, TCP/IP VxLAN design and troubleshooting
Platform knowledge on Cisco Switching & Routing Platforms
Platform knowledge on Arista Switching platforms
Familiarity with JIRA for project and task management, specifically work in an Agile environment
A firm understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 troubleshooting and incident resolution methods
Experience maintaining, upgrading, and configuring Cisco routing/switching hardware required
WAN support of point-to-point, dark fiber, and MPLS circuits (with BGP/OSPF routing)
Excellent communication skills required including written correspondence and vocal notification
Hands-on experience working in an enterprise operations environment or 24x7x365 NOC
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multitask and work well under pressure required
Understanding of network management tools and packet capture technologies is required
Strong understanding of change management processes, business unit engagement methodologies, and project lifecycle management
Candidate must demonstrate initiative, reliability, self-motivation, and possess a strong sense of urgency to be considered
10+ years of experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting methodologies
5+ years of experience supporting networks in a fast-paced 24x7 NOC environment
Ability to use Microsoft applications with strong presentation skills using Canva, Powerpoint
Proficient in UNIX or Linux
Strong sense of security concepts including defense in depth, zero trust networking, least privilege principle, risks and controls.
Flexible and adaptable to meet the team's targets
Honest, hardworking, and reliable
Possess a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Must be able to work on the weekend and help with the executions and deployments.
Must be able to drive enterprise level initiatives working with senior stakeholders across different regions.
BS degree in either Computer Science (or similar discipline) or equivalent work experience