System Engineer

Custom Computer Specialists•New York, NY

9d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are a growing IT company; a great place to start and grow your career! CCS is a leading technology consulting firm providing best in class solutions to our clients for over 45 years. Expressed simply in our tagline – Right People, Right Results, Right Careers! Our philosophy is, in fact, an obsession that drives our behavior, our culture and our work. It’s why we put tremendous emphasis on hiring individuals that embody the principles that align with our obsession. We continue to successfully provide network integration, support services, products solutions, and applications services to our valued clients in the northeast. Our focus is simple...our goal is to make technology easy and to help our clients use it as effectively as possible. OVERVIEW Salary: $70,000-$80,000 We are currently looking for a System Engineer (“SE”) to join our team! The SE to perform an integral role for a large-scale, logistically complex technology refresh program for a large K-12 client. The selected SE will be responsible for equipment configuration, and integration of network infrastructure wireless equipment, and Access Control for a large K-12 client. Depending upon assignments, travel throughout Long Island and the five boroughs of NYC is to be expected.

Requirements

2 to 3 years’ experience in implementing Cisco and Meraki gear
Technical skills in the area of Networking and Wireless technologies
Ability to quickly get up to speed on contractual requirements and standards
Solid aptitude across Microsoft Office Suite - especially Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint
Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
Strong customer service skills
Excellent attention to detail
Must be willing to work 2nd shift hours (2:00 PM to 10:00 PM) at client sites through NYC on a regular basis (potentially daily for several months). 2nd Shift will rotate to normal business hours in the summer months when schools are closed.
Proficient in English
A minimum of 2 to 3 years’ experience in LAN/WAN environments with responsibility for maintaining network services, security & administration
Manage and maintain Cisco ASA and Cisco Secure Firewall 3105/3110
Cisco Infrastructure and Meraki Wireless experience/knowledge
A thorough understanding of network infrastructure and protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, IPX, AppleTalk)
Expertise in firewall security (NAT, IPSEC, SD-WAN, routing protocols (EIGRP, BGP, OSPF), and cloud security solutions.
Knowledge of VLAN structures and configuration backup
Most of the work is based in the 5 boroughs, however applicants must be willing to Hauppauge Long Island as required.
Candidates must have access to an automobile they can use for work daily.

Nice To Haves

One major network certification (CCNA, CCNP.) a plus
General knowledge of content delivery engines and proxy servers
Video Surveillance systems – Genetec a PLUS
Desktop OS, NOS and application support experience

Responsibilities

Overall success of the technical services assigned to them under the program.
Configuration of Meraki and Cisco Network and Wireless gear
Complete integration of Cisco and Meraki Network and Wireless gear
Integration of Access Control systems as required
Troubleshooting network and wireless issues
Compliance with Program’s technical standards.
Completing all Program defined deliverables in a timely manner
Identify and communicate issues in a timely manner
Clear concise communication with both the client and home office
Work with PMO to complete all project deliverables

Benefits

Competitive salaries
Medical and dental plans
Company paid vision and short and long term disability plans
Flexible spending programs including Healthcare, Dependent Care, Transit and Parking
401K with employer match
Tuition reimbursement
Onsite fitness center (or gym membership reimbursement for client or satellite based employees)
Company paid life Insurance
Paid holidays and vacation
Technical certification gift card rewards program