Network Engineer develops and deploys plans and designs of network systems that will meet an organization's requirements for performance, security, and compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Conducts network architecture design, feasibility, and cost studies. Being a Network Engineer defines monitoring, maintenance, expansion, contingency, and recovery plans and strategies to ensure the network is responsive to changes in demand. Troubleshoots network issues and develops appropriate solutions, resources, and deployment processes. Additionally, Network Engineer keeps informed of the latest technologies to enhance knowledge of networking hardware, software, and best practices. May be certified in vendor-specific products. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager. The Network Engineer work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Network Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Network Engineer
Location: Jackson, MS - Onsite
Duration: 3 years contract
Travel Required within the State
SCOPE OF WORK
The following is a range of anticipated tasks to be performed:
The scope of this LOC does not include application software support, such as de-bugging, enhancements and ad hoc report generation.
REQUIRED DEGREE | Bachelor s degree |
REQUIRED CERTIFICATION(S) |
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REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE | # YEARS |
Microsoft Active Directory 2012 R2 (or higher) experience | 2 years |
Microsoft Exchange 2013 (or higher) experience | 2 years |
Microsoft Server 2016 (or higher) experience | 2 years |
Routing and switching experience | 3 years |
Google G Suite and/or Microsoft Office 365 | 2 years |
Microsoft Azure Active Directory and Intune | 2 years |
Experience implementing audio-visual communications (video conferencing) using H.323 protocol | 1 year |
Experience developing and delivering technical training in a classroom setting | 2 years |
Project management experience for hardware and software implementation projects | 2 years |
WAN, LAN and network design experience, including development of layouts and specifications | 2 years |
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MSCE), Microsoft Certified IT Professional Server Administrator (MCITP- SA), or Microsoft Certified IT Professional Enterprise Administrator (MCITP-EA) | 3 years |
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) with experience including, but not limited to, connecting into routers via PCs and laptops, examining interfaces, pinging and tracing routes; and basic IP configuration | 3 years |
Microsoft Windows 10 and 11 experience | 6 months |
Mac OS 10.11 or higher | 2 years |
Microsoft SQL Server 2012 or higher | 2 years |
Server and workstation virtualization experience | 3 years |
Firewall configuration experience | 3 years |
Experience in MDM technologies for setting up and managing devices on and off campus such as Google Admin Console, Intune for Education, JAMF, etc. | 2 years |
Experience in setting up and managing a web filter for devices on and off campus | 2 years |
Experience in implementing remote support solutions for devices on or off campus | 2 years |
Wireless/Wi-Fi Networking Experience | 2 Years |
Ability to interact with functional users and technical staff regarding business and information technology needs | No minimum requirement specified |
Ability to listen and solve problems | No minimum requirement specified |
Ability to create and maintain documentation | No minimum requirement specified |
Ability to quickly and efficiently manage multiple tasks and projects | No minimum requirement specified |
Ability to effectively work with team members in multiple geographic locations throughout Mississippi | No minimum requirement specified |