Sr. Access Technology Engineer
About The Position
This role involves providing remote support for network systems deployment and optimization, acting as a senior escalation point for access-related infrastructure issues. The engineer will design, configure, and deploy access solutions, upgrade and maintain access networks, and assist clients with installation and configuration. Responsibilities also include vendor management, technology evaluations, contract support, monitoring network health, diagnosing and resolving network problems, and preparing documentation. The position requires driving strategic technical changes, ensuring high availability, and contributing to collaborative sessions with operations teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technologies, or related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
- 3+ years of experience with network and infrastructure technologies (Jr. role requires 1 year).
- Strong understanding of troubleshooting methodologies.
- Current CCNA / CCENT certification or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Solid understanding of network protocols, firewalls, routers, switching, TCP/IP, and RF coverage.
- Thorough knowledge of access layer protocols (FDB, ARP, LACP).
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word.
- Ability to travel as required by the business.
Responsibilities
- Provide initial and ongoing remote support for network systems deployment and optimization.
- Act as a senior escalation point for access-related infrastructure issues.
- Design, configure, and deploy access solutions in live network environments.
- Upgrade and maintain access networks to ensure top-tier performance and reliability.
- Assist clients with installation and configuration of network systems, including troubleshooting and remote issue resolution.
- Provide vendor management, technology evaluations, and contract support.
- Monitor and report on network health, capacity, trends, and performance.
- Document, diagnose, and resolve network problems in collaboration with client teams.
- Measure, analyze, and report on network capacity, health, and performance.
- Communicate project and issue status to stakeholders and service partners effectively and on time.
- Champion automation practices, system resiliency, and continuous improvement in network architecture.
- Lead network process documentation, process improvement recommendations, and operational efficiency initiatives.
- Lead business continuity and disaster recovery planning for network infrastructure.
- Establish best practices and policies for access network systems.
- Provide after-hours emergency support for remote clients, including ISPs.
- Drive strategic implementation of technical changes to optimize the existing.
- Ensure high availability and minimal disruption during service outages.
- Prepare comprehensive department documentation to support organizational processes.
- Contribute to collaborative sessions with operations teams to align goals and enhance cross-functional communication.
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Healthcare/Dental/Vision Plans
- 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays (including your Birthday!)
- Paid Volunteer Time
- Paid Parental Leave
- Hotwire Service Discounts – for employees who live on a property serviced by Hotwire. Discounted service offerings are provided for high-speed internet, video service, phone, and security service
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Exclusive Entertainment Discounts/Perks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
