Network Engineer

We are InSearch of a Network Engineer for a client of ours in Omaha, NE. As a Network Engineer you will be responsible for network installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of Tier 2 issues in compliance with certification requirements across Federal, State and Local jurisdictions. This role requires a subject matter expert (SME) with respect to operating systems, server and network hardware, telecommunications, application interfaces and system security among company products. Additional responsibilities included advanced network design, configuration, and troubleshooting, including being the SME and point of contact for advanced network configurations. A Senior Specialist, you will also use critical thinking skills to determine gaps in processes, technology, or documentation, and provide recommendation to remediate the gap.

**Sponsorship is NOT available for this opportunity!

**Full time staff only; no contract options!

Responsibilities:

• Offer initiative, leadership and support in developing, installing, building, configuring, supporting, administering and documenting complex election management systems including Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN); and other system components in compliance with jurisdiction certification requirements.
• Serve as department SME on network communications, connectivity, and telecommunications. Provide recommendations and best practices for current and future system architectures in relation to network and system communications.
• Support customer systems by acting as a resource and/or troubleshooting complex and sensitive escalated Tier 2 technical issues.
• Effectively communicate with key stakeholders on new implementations, upgrades, RFP responses, and customer system requirements. Perform basic project management, planning, and communication roles to ensure all implementation deliverables are performed on-time and with high quality.
• Gather requirements for customer system networks and create appropriate network architecture design and network quotes based on the requirements analysis.
• Monitor and manage COTS hardware and software with respect to current legacy products. Provide analysis and recommendations based on hardware and software lifecycles.
• Communicate best practices and recommendations for system security, availability, and performance to both internal and external customers.
• Effectively communicate and present Technical Services related presentations and documentation to both internal and external customers.
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Experience:

· Must have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Technology or related field

· At least 4-6 years professional IT experience including:

· Experience in a technical environment, with roles such as Technical/Customer Support, System Administrator (System installation, configuration, and maintenance), Network Administration, and Systems Analyst

· Proficient with MS Office Suite and office communications

· Knowledge and work experience of Networking and troubleshooting PC systems including, but not limited to:

· Understanding of Server and Workstation system deployments

· Experience with MS Operating Systems, including Windows Server

· Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP networking and routing

· Cisco ASA firewall configuration and troubleshooting

· Advanced understanding of network communications (LAN/WAN/Cellular)

· Working knowledge and application of system and network security concepts

· SFTP and VPN concepts

· Communication and reporting to senior level team members and customers

Ability to travel substantially during peak seasons is required.

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