Job description
Network Engineers will work in-house or be assigned to project management teams working with outside clients. As part of an organization’s IT team, Network Engineers work closely with Business Analysts, Network Architects and IT Managers. A Network Engineer job description can therefore comprise of:
- Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Cisco CCNA or equivalent experience
- TCP/IP configuration and addressing experience
- Experience with network management tools i.e. Cisco Prime, PRTG, SolarWinds
- Knowledge of TCP/IP OSPF design using CIDR and VLSM Network monitoring and security knowledge
- Designing and implementing new network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of current networks
- Installing, configuring and supporting network equipment including routers, proxy servers, switches, WAN accelerators, DNS and DHCP
- Procuring network equipment and managing subcontractors involved with network installation
- Configuring firewalls, routing and switching to maximize network efficiency and security
- Maximizing network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting
- Arranging scheduled upgrades
- Investigating faults in the network
- Updating network equipment to the latest firmware releases
- Reporting network status to key stakeholders
Network Engineer job qualifications and requirements
Holding a degree and having a technical background will be required to gain a Network Engineer role. Degrees in the following subjects can be included:
- Computer software/computer systems engineering
- Computer systems and networks
- Cisco Nexus
- Cisco Catalyst
- Cisco ASA
- Cisco Wireless
- VPN
- Electrical/electronic engineering
- Network security management
Organizations may also have specific requirements depending on their current network configuration. As a guide, a CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) certification is desirable.
As well as formal qualifications, a Network Engineer job description should include the following qualities:
- An analytical mind
- An ability to learn new technologies quickly
- Good time management skills
- An ability to follow processes
- Strong documentation skills
- Good communication skills – both written and verbal
- Commercial and business awareness
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: 50 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person