Senior Network Engineer

Location: Atlanta
Status: Contract
Compensation: Submit Competitive Rate
Education Level: Not Specified

Sr. Network Engineer
4-month contract in Atlanta, GA

Responsibilities:

- This fast paced and very demanding position requires an operations/networking background combined with creative and independent thinking.
- This includes the ability to analyze complex circuit/networking issues and routing problems, an extensive knowledge in network design and maintenance, and an overall understanding of the IP transport principles.
- Must have strong understanding of all emerging technologies and network security policies and standards.
- The candidates are required to assist with developing automation tools and programming rules to manage daily routines.
- Candidates applying for these positions will need to possess a very broad technical knowledge and understanding of large scale, LAN/WAN networks.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse team in a 24/7 environment.

Requirements:

- An advance understanding of OSPF/BGP Routing Protocols, switching VLAN design and setup.
- Experience with MPLS on an LDP switched network.
- Experience in data networks supporting wireless services.
- Must possess the expertise to support less experienced peers in performing complex assignments and providing support for troubleshooting and maintaining IP Networks, concentrating on facilities ranging from Gigabit Ethernet to OC192.
- Must have extensive knowledge/experience deploying and configuring Cisco high-end Routers and Switches (CRS, 12416 (GSR), 7613/09, 6509/4, 4800, 3600, 2900).
- Solid background in digital/SONET facilities provisioning and troubleshooting.
- Juniper M and MX series experience.
- Work during night shift maintenance windows will be required.
- A Bachelor's degree in related field plus minimum of 3 - 5 years experience is preferred.
- Equivalent work experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree may be considered.
- Cisco CCNA certification (or equivalent: Juniper JNCIA, etc.)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

- Client will not accept subcontractors

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Juniper
- VLAN
- BGP
- OSPF
- Cisco Technologies
- UNIX
- CCNA
- Cisco Routers
- Sonet

BENEFITS/PERKS

- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- and Life Insurance for Full-time W2 Consultants. Supplemental Disability and Long-Term Care Insurance
- Dependent Care Assistance. 401(k) with Roth feature. Free E-learning Courses

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