Senior Network Engineer
Waukesha, WI - USA
Job Summary
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The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for the implementation and administration of Global Enterprise technologies for data networks hybrid and software defined network technology stacks Remote Access Firewall deployments and related network infrastructure management role is responsible for delivering technical accountability and support for complex network analysis and design activities at the guidance of Global IT leadership. This position will assist in the review/assessment of enterprise needs conduct feasibility studies for projects and may assist in the evaluation and selection of global equipment standards. This team member is responsible primarily for the performance and optimization of premise and cloud-based network platforms through continuous review and assessment of enterprise-wide needs. They are also responsible for developing requests for proposals evaluating vendor products and making recommendations on selection. This team member may function in a position providing guidance direction to other IT enterprise the Senior Analyst (SRE) will focus on sustainability and improvement of processes.
*This position is an onsite role based in Waukesha Wisconsin and requires at least 15% travel to local sites
Major Responsibilities:
Provide tier 3 technical support and guidance to global business units and its other information technology teams to resolve network issues and to support the implementation of new network projects.
Design and implement network solutions related to merger and acquisitions projects.
Collaborate with Cyber Security and Operational business groups to provide technical guidance on current and future network designs in support of stated business objectives.
Develop and implement network security postures ensuring compliance with stated security policies patching and procedures.
Design service support Global deployment of network technology stacks at subsidiary organizations.
Evaluate Global network architecture to recommend design changes to enhance network performance and eliminate single points of failure.
Resolve incident response and service request tickets as they arise and ensure align with Global IT SLA standards.
Update and create Global network diagrams policies and documentation.
Minimum Job Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience
5 years of experience of participating in major networking project as analyst architect or technical lead
Preferred Job Requirements:
HPE Aruba Networks Professional (SD-WAN) and/or HPE Aruba Networks Architect (Data Center)
Juniper Networks Enterprise Routing Switching (JNCIP-ENT)and/or Juniper Networks Data Center Professional (JNCIP-DC)
Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert Enterprise Infrastructure (CCIE).
AWS Certified Advanced Networking and/or Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)
CompTIA Network or Security
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
Expert level knowledge in at least two of the following areas:
Major routing protocols EIGRP OSFP BGP This includes advanced routing techniques such as Policy Based Routing VRF and QoS Campus network switching design and configuration including FHRPs VSS vPC VTP Multicast Spanning Tree SD-WAN
WAN site to site connections (MPLS ELAN VPN IPSEC P2P)
SDWAN configuration troubleshooting and design (Silver Peak Aryaka Cisco Citrix)
Cloud data center network configuration troubleshooting and design (AWS Azure Google)
Network Access Control (Cisco ISE Aruba ClearPass 8021X AAA and ACS)
Cisco Wireless networks; WLC Prime Infrastructure and site surveys
Aruba Wireless network; Aruba Central
Advanced skill in architectural network design installation and maintenance of route switch and wireless network infrastructure. Skilled inn supporting Palo Alto networks and other next-gen firewall technologies
Strong knowledge of internal (LAN) and external (WAN) technology landscape
Excellent technical documentation skills
Knowledge and understanding of industry trends and new technologies and ability to apply to day-to-day activities
Knowledge of enterprise platforms and operating systems as well as knowledge of key business functions and processes
Must have high attention to detail be well organized and be a self-starter
Possess critical thinking and analytical skills with an ability to evaluate complex problems and issues quickly and accurately in order to recommend or take the most appropriate course of action
Ability to travel among other facilities and global locations to implement solutions as required.
Comfort with working on lifts mezzanines at heights of 20 to 30 feet.
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Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionallylift upto 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Since 1959, Generac Power Systems has been committed to building the most reliable, durable, efficient, and environmentally-friendly generators and power equipment.