Sr Network Engineer

Job Description

•    Deploy and maintain company LANs, WANs, Telecommunications, VOIP, Security and wireless networks, which include servers, routers, hubs, switches, firewalls, PBX equipment, IPS/IPD and other hardware. 
•    Configure networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling business objectives and processes. 
•    Define and provide direction to our managed service providers (e.g. CenterBeam, Telecom Carriers, Cabling, Build outs &MAC vendors) consistent with best practices.   Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed. 
•    Collaborate with other infrastructure engineering personnel to assess near- and long-term network capacity needs.  
•    Create and maintain documentation related to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records.  
•    Implement and maintain policies, procedures, and associated training plans for network administration and usage. 
•    Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry and provide solution recommendations as needed to meet business or application needs.  
•    Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation. 
•    Monitor/test network performance and provide network performance metric reports.  
•    Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades. 
•    Coordinate the establishment of processes, procedures and documentation to insure 7 x 24 availability of local/wide area network.  
•    Assess impact of new versions of network operating systems and equipment and make recommendations for deployment. 
•    Insure that appropriate network security measures are in place to protect corporate assets. 
•    Interface with UNIX and Windows engineering personnel as necessary to achieve required connectivity and performance. 
•    Working outside of normal hours should be expected along with providing on-call support coverage.

Education / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or equivalent and a minimum of 5 years of networking experience.  Cisco or network certifications highly desirable
• Detailed knowledge of cabling standards, TCP/IP, VLANS and routing protocols along with troubleshooting techniques with network management software.
• Demonstrated experience with successful LAN, WAN, WLAN and WWAN design and implementation as well as experience with network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices.
• Demonstrated ability in managing vendors and service providers.
• Strong knowledge of network equipment, including Cisco routers and switches, Firewalls, Site-to-Site VPN, and SSL remote access required.  Specific experience and strong technical knowledge working with Cisco Catalyst 6509/5500/4510/4000, Cisco routers, Juniper products (Netscreen, Load Balancers & SSL remote access) and Packeteer preferred
• Knowledge of Definity PBX and VOIP systems is a plus.
• Competence with testing tools and procedures for voice and data circuits.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills and be highly self motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail & customer focus
• Able to conduct research into networking issues as required with proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment with strong customer service orientation and experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Vicor is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability

Compensation Data

Salary Range: $99,920 - $130,000
Please note: This range is based on our current market driven pay structures. Individual salaries are determined based upon a variety of factors including but not limited to, a candidates overall qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience as well as company internal equity.