Sr. Network Engineer

Job brief Do you have what it takes to JOIN OUR TEAM OF HAMMERS? We are an IT Engineering Company...for Networkers!!! Seeking a Sr. Network Engineer to develop and maintain functional and secure networks. Excellent problem-solving skills, a thorough knowledge of network administration and architecture, and security and data protection. Individual will work closely with customers to establish network requirements that meet customer needs. Responsibilities: Design and deploy functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN) Configure and install software, servers, routers, and other network devices Monitor network performance and integrity Troubleshoot cloud and local infrastructure Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness Configure, deploy, and Troubleshoot issues on Cisco Switches, Router, Firewalls, APs, etc. Mentor team members on technical issues Create, oversee and test security measures Configure Security policies including NAT, PAT, VPN, Route-maps, and Access Control Lists. Utilize access authentication and disaster recovery Produce and maintain complete technical documentation Suggest improvements to network performance, capacity, and scalability Ensure the day-to-day operation, reliability, and integrity of the enterprise voice communications network. Including the installation, maintenance, and management of all voice equipment such as voice servers, gateways, PBX switches, phones, circuits, wiring, servers, backup systems, voice network management and diagnostic tools, etc. Plan and implement enterprise unified communications-based projects. Partner with vendors, clients, carriers and technical staff on VoIP implementation, optimization, security and ongoing management. Provide direction, recommendations, design, and implementation for enhancements. Observe the design, programming, and application standards as setup by the company. Including compliance with all company and departmental policies and procedures. Implement traffic filters using Standard and Extended access-lists, Distribute-lists, and Route Maps. Safeguard performance, capacity, availability, and quality of the voice environment monitoring for emerging incidents and initiate preventative action. Mentoring and training of select end-users and client IT Admins Required Qualifications: Industry-related experience as a Senior Network Engineer or Network Administrator CCNP & CCNA required; prefer CCNA VoIP, CCNA Security, CCDP, MCSE, UCCXD, Meraki ECMS1; or must be able to obtain. Solid background in network administration and architecture In-depth understanding of communication protocols (TCP/IP) and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, etc...) Familiarity with access control models and network security Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis tools (e.g. Auvik & SolarWinds network tools) Solid understanding of network operating systems (JUNOS, Cisco IOS) Sharp troubleshooting skills and Customer-Centric approach. Ability to work independently Organizational and mentoring skills Must also be qualified at all levels of LAN, WAN, Voice, and Security technologies. 5+ years experience working directly with customer and client technical teams 5+ years working with Voice technologies. Design details for the Unified Communications Solution LAN and WAN network design and configuration Implementation, migration planning, and solution testing Knowledge of QOS policies across an Enterprise for Data, Voice, and Video solutions Experience managing, supporting, and deploying network infrastructures Experience Installing, Configuring, and troubleshooting voice infrastructure, including the CUCM, CUC, Cisco IM & Presence, UCCX Express, CTI, QM Administration, Calabrio WFO call monitoring and Quality Management, Cisco Call Manager, Cisco Unity, Cisco Agent Desktop / Supervisor, Finesse, CIPC and Jabber Good oral and written communication skills, and ability to work in a team environment Experience with Disaster Recovery plans and related technologies Experience on Cisco CUCM 7.X -12.X, Unity connection 7.X-12.X, Cisco UCCX 7.X-12. X Experience with voice protocols like SCCP, H.323, MGCP, SIP, SRST and SIP Trunks. Administration of Cisco UCS B min and UCS C220 and C240 rack server. Ability to work a flexible schedule Reliable transportation available as needed to reach client sites Job Type: Full-time Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay Ability to commute/relocate: Omaha, NE 68106: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: Computer Networking: 5 years (Required) Customer and Client Team: 5 years (Required) Language: English (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Omaha, NE 68106