The primary role of this position, based in Evansville Indiana, will be to provide operational support for a carrier class IP infrastructure deployed throughout a multi-state network. In particular this position is responsible for configuring/reconfiguring routers and switches as required, provision new orders; assisting as required in trouble shooting and resolving problems; and for maintaining all network documentation to reflect the state of our network. The scope of these responsibilities encompasses three levels of equipment, software and configuration deployment: 1) customer based hardware; 2) network based edge devices located at various hub sites; and 3) our core IP infrastructure. Day to day priorities for this position will be determined by the Manager – IP Operations.

NOTE: This job description covers the major purpose and major responsibilities (functions) of the job. It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each task is to be performed. Associates may receive other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Primary Responsibilites:
• Configure/reconfigure routers and switches as required to provision new orders.
• Effectively implement engineering guidelines (QoS, performance, reliability, security, scalability, VOIP, IPTV etc.) by being able to complete installation, testing, and acceptance of router/switch hardware on a solo basis, with minimal supervision.
• Assist in trouble shooting and resolving problems, including being able to provide and interpret the results of packet captures.
• Maintain all network documentation to reflect the state of our network.
• Provide purchase recommendations that are highly cost/value based, that taking into account ongoing technical support requirements and implementation complexity. Accomplishing this goal by developing platform requirements and documentation for bidding and reviewing vendor responses.
• Serve as an interdepartmental IP networking subject matter expert by building strong technical relationships with colleagues and external vendors.
• Identify opportunities to reduce cost.
Education/Training/Experience:
• 4 year degree desired, but will consider all relevant experience and appropriate certifications in lieu of completed degree.
• 3+ years Telecom Carrier IP Network (Voice/Video/Data) experience.
• CCNA/JNCIA level certification preferred.
• General knowledge of IP network communications. • General knowledge and/or experience with IOS and/or JUNOS.
• Expert in-depth knowledge of IP Routing Protocols (OSPF, BGP, PIM).
• Strong knowledge in the following VOIP, Multicast, QOS, MPLS, L2/L3 VPN, Metro Ethernet.
• Strong knowledge of data networking (TDM, SONET, private line/DSx, Frame Relay, ATM).
• Expert in-depth knowledge of IP networking (QoS techniques, routing protocols, security, Cisco IOS) and RSVP, MPLS/VPLS, Traffic Engineering, 802.1p, 802.1Q, and 802.11.
• Familiarity with multi-service networking (ie: ATM, VoIP, VoATM, H323, MPEG2, MPEG4 Video).
• Experience with Metasolv or other telecom facility management system desired, but not required.
• Experience interpreting telecom provisioning documents.
• Ability to understand standards bodies implementation agreements. General knowledge and/or experience with IOS and/or JUNOS.
• Expert in-depth knowledge of IP Routing Protocols (OSPF, BGP, PIM).
• Strong knowledge in the following VOIP, Multicast, QOS, MPLS, L2/L3 VPN, Metro Ethernet.
• Strong knowledge of data networking (TDM, SONET, private line/DSx, Frame Relay, ATM).
• Expert in-depth knowledge of IP networking (QoS techniques, routing protocols, security, Cisco IOS) and RSVP, MPLS/VPLS, Traffic Engineering, 802.1p, 802.1Q, and 802.11.
• Familiarity with multi-service networking (ie: ATM, VoIP, VoATM, H323, MPEG2, MPEG4 Video).
• Experience with Metasolv or other telecom facility management system desired, but not required.
• Experience interpreting telecom provisioning documents.
• Ability to understand standards bodies implementation agreements.
  Skills/Knowledge/Personal Qualities:
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally by email and phone.
• Understanding of the strong need for process standardization.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and tasks.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to evaluate and analyze information quickly.
• Ability to communicate technical matters to senior management.
• Ability to operate at both the tactical and strategic levels.
• Dependable, self-motivated and able to take action with minimal direction.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision (highly self sufficient)
  Working Conditions:
• Professional office environment.
• Must be able and willing to travel to reach job sites and work in inclement weather conditions.
• Willingness to work extended hours from time to time as required by workload.
  Visual Acuity:
• Normal vision (as required to review documents and read information via computer screen).
  Physical Demand:
• No specific requirements.

  Company Offers:

  • Excellent Pay
  • Medical Insurance
  • Paid Basic Life Insurance
  • Paid Short/Long Term Disability
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 125 Cafeteria Plan
  • Excellent 401(k) Plan
  Apply By: 03/31/2010

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