Network Engineer Job in Memphis, Tennessee Us
This position is responsible for all aspects of network administration including servers, desktop systems, communications hardware/software and office systems.
Job functions:
• Oversees the day-to-day operation of computer networks including hardware/software support, training, and special projects; plans, designs and implements data connectivity for local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) systems; assists in coordinating special projects including network related wiring plans, LAN/WAN hardware/software purchases, and system installation, backup, maintenance and problem solving.
• Assists in providing network and remote connectivity hardware/software support; maintains LAN user documentation including hardware/software applications, support logs and other related information.
• Researches and recommends network and server hardware and software; assists in installing, designing, configuring, and maintaining system hardware and software
• Analyzes and troubleshoots the network logs and tracks the nature and resolution of problems; monitors usage to ensure security of data and access privileges.
• Installs, supports and maintains both physical and virtual network servers and appliances; installs, maintains, and troubleshoots the Storage Area Network (SAN);
• Researches, analyzes, monitors, troubleshoots and resolves server or data network problems; develops, maintains and implements network support, and archiving procedures; researches and evaluates new technologies related to computer networking.
• Assists in planning, coordinating and consulting with vendors and clients for hardware/software purchases, product services and support; recommends and specifies the purchase of related products and services.
• Keeps current regarding new hardware/software products for system enhancements; assists and provides support to the Technology Support/Trainers as necessary; monitoring network servers, and providing internet and intranet user support, and specialized training.
• Plans, recommends and assists in the design of telecommunications systems; researches and recommends telecommunications equipment; coordinates the ordering and installation of telecommunications and data systems equipment and cabling; researches, analyzes, troubleshoots and resolves telecommunications related problems; develops and implements telecommunications operational procedures; provides support new/emerging telecommunications-related technology; inventories telecommunications equipment.
Requirements:
• Any combination of education, training and experience equivalent to possession of a bachelor's degree in computer science, information engineering or other related areas; such education should be at a level which demonstrates the ability to perform duties comparable to those listed herein. Possession of a Network Engineering Certificate is preferred.
• Experience in all areas of local and wide area networks engineering including system configuration, setup, troubleshooting, planning, designing, implementation, and user support
• Experience installing and supporting Microsoft server technologies
• Experience supporting telecommunications equipment.
• 5+ years experience as an Engineer on a medium to large sized networks infrastructure systems and communications devices using current technologies.
• Working knowledge of local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN), Internet, e-mail systems, telecommunications and data communications
• Standard operating systems, software packages, and software utilities
• Proper records maintenance and storage for local and distributed environments.
Production facility operates from 12:30 am – 7pm local time, Monday - Saturday. The candidate should be willing to work a flexible shift schedule.