Senior/Lead Network Engineer
- Employer
- Brown University
- Location
- Rhode Island, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Oct 11, 2024
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- Position Type
- Administrative, IT & Technology
- Employment Level
- Mid-Level
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Senior/Lead Network Engineer
Brown University
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Job Description:
Senior/Lead Network Engineer
Office of Information Technology
The Senior/Lead Network Engineer works closely with other teams in the Office of Information Technology to plan, design, and implement all network-related services at the University. Networking areas include all wired, wireless, and data center networks as well as internet and cloud connectivity. Related network services include DNS/DHCP, Network Authentication, client and p2p VPN, server load balancing, and management/monitoring tools.
The level of knowledge and experience combined with excellent verbal and written communication skills allows the Senior/Lead Network Engineer to develop project proposals and plans that may include other teams and manage projects with little or no oversight. Communication at varying technical levels is essential.
This position is expected to independently research new technologies, services, and products through a variety of methods including correspondence with peers, vendor meetings, classes, conferences, and online forums. As opportunities are recognized, the Sr. Network Engineer would develop content and present information to the team, management or others to assist in developing a technology roadmap and budget.
The Senior/Lead Network Engineer can be relied on to represent the network team at a variety of levels. They should be comfortable having conversations with subject matter experts, executive management, faculty, staff, and students and respond appropriately to requests or inquiries.
Education & Experience (Grade 10 Senior)
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Training/certifications (such as CCNA, CWNA)
preferred.
- 3-4 years experience with wireless and ethernet network
troubleshooting.
- 2-3 years experience designing, supporting, and troubleshooting
complex wireless networks is highly preferred
- Some programming or scripting experience using a common
language such as Python is preferred
- Experience working in an authenticated environment using
technologies such as 802.1x is preferred
- Expertise, advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience in
the following areas preferred:
- Advanced routing and switching on enterprise network
systems
- Experience with designing, implementing troubleshooting BGP,
OSPF, VRF-Lite and spanning-tree
- HA network configuration options (like VSS, VPC, SVS, MC-LAG),
failover and troubleshooting
- Wireless network concepts using centralized controllers,
encryption methods, authentication and RF planning.
- Firewall configuration options and performance
tuning
- Client and p2p VPN concepts and troubleshooting
- Monitoring protocols such as syslog, SNMP and
netflow
- Packet capturing using tools like Wireshark
- Advanced routing and switching on enterprise network
systems
- Experience with Cisco switching and routing, Aruba wireless
networks is preferred
- Customer-facing technical support role requiring verbal and
written communication with customers and using a ticketing system
required
- Strong project management and organizational skills. Must be
able to independently lead cross-functional project
teams
- Experience with leading small to midsize projects
preferred.
- Strong critical and analytical thinking
- Ability to multitask and prioritize activities
- Ability to work well both independently and as part of a
team
- Work independently with good time management skills and
reliable follow-through
- Good written and oral communications skills
required.
- Excellent customer service skills; tact and sensitivity in
dealing with a diverse user community
- Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and
inclusive environment
Education & Experience (Grade 11 Lead)
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Training/certifications (such as CCNA, CWNA)
preferred.
- 6 years experience with wireless and ethernet network
troubleshooting including 5 years experience designing, supporting,
and troubleshooting complex wireless networks is highly
preferred
- Some programming or scripting experience using a common
language such as Python is required
- Experience working in an authenticated environment using
technologies such as 802.1x is preferred
- Expertise, advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience in
the following areas:
- Advanced routing and switching on enterprise network
systems
- Experience with designing, implementing troubleshooting BGP,
OSPF, VRF-Lite and spanning-tree
- HA network configuration options (like VSS, VPC, SVS, MC-LAG),
failover and troubleshooting
- Wireless network concepts using centralized controllers,
encryption methods, authentication and RF planning.
- Firewall configuration options and performance
tuning
- Client and p2p VPN concepts and troubleshooting
- Monitoring protocols such as syslog, SNMP and
netflow
- Packet capturing using tools like Wireshark
- Advanced routing and switching on enterprise network
systems
- Experience with Cisco switching and routing, Aruba wireless
networks is preferred
- Customer-facing technical support role requiring verbal and
written communication with customers and using a ticketing system
required
- Strong project management and organizational skills. Must be
able to independently lead cross-functional project
teams
- Experience with leading small to midsize projects
required.
- Strong critical and analytical thinking
- Ability to multitask and prioritize activities
- Ability to work well both independently and as part of a
team
- Work independently with good time management skills and
reliable follow-through
- Good written and oral communications skills
required.
- Excellent customer service skills; tact and sensitivity in
dealing with a diverse user community
- Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and
inclusive environment.
Successful completion of a criminal background check and education verification is required.
This position is also subject to Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) requirements/background check.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.
Recruiting Start Date:
2024-07-31
Job Posting Title:
Senior/Lead Network Engineer
Department:
Office of Information Technology
Grade:
Grade 11
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Onsite
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
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