Senior Network Engineer

At Accellor, we are a trusted consultant that uses best-of-breed Cloud technology to deliver superior customer engagement and business effectiveness for clients. We bring a deep understanding of Financial, Retail, High Tech, Healthcare, and retail verticals.

We’ve created an atmosphere that encourages curiosity, constant learning, and persistence. We encourage our employees to grow and explore their interests. We cultivate an environment of collaboration, autonomy, and delegation – we know our people have a strong work ethic and a sense of pride and ownership over their work. They are passionate, eager, and motivated – focused on building the perfect solution but never losing sight of the bigger picture.

The Network Engineer is responsible for managing the configuration, installation and support of network communications including LAN/WAN systems. Evaluating and troubleshooting current systems and working on complex problems where analysis of situation requires in-depth evaluation of various factors. Plans large scale systems projects through vendor comparison and cost studies. Provides work leadership and training to other network engineers. Requires expert knowledge of LAN/WAN systems, networks and applications.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Ongoing support and configuration of all elements of the company’s Data and Voice networks, including routers, switches, telecommunication closets and cabling (9K, 3750x, 2960, 4400, 6509, FortiGate 500/600, SDWAN (Velo, Forti, others), Meraki, Infoblox, Checkpoint, 2901, 2921 and 800 series devices
• Deploy functional networks (LAN, WAN, WLAN and cloud)
• Implement and maintain voice and data network devices, physical cable plant, and supporting tools to provide for the 24X7X365 availability of the technology environment.
• Automate tasks, suggest improvements to network performance, capacity and scalability
• Management of Logon Management / TACACS, Cisco / Fortinet / Wireless, configuration and support of a CISCO CUCM, VGW’s CUCM Express and emergency responder, SIEM tools, AlientVault networking threat analysis systems, IDS / IPS Systems and Triggers
• Monitor corporate and retail network performance and integrity utilizing tools such as Solarwinds and PRTG Network systems
• Support the core MPLS, Internet and DMZ’s, and deployed stores
• Perform vulnerability management, and regular penetration testing maintaining PCI & SOX compliance across the group
• Configure and support Cisco TPM, Copper and Fiber Channel Networks,
• Creates and maintains documentation such as device and site inventories, verification of circuits, floor plans, and technology roadmaps as well as operational policies and procedures
• Optimizes the performance and availability of network and end-user infrastructures through the application of best practices such as performance monitoring, capacity planning, and trend analysis and recommends improved methodologies
• Work closely with colleagues around the globe, contact stores as and when required, maintaining systems, and network and POS systems
• Communicate with group colleagues in over 15 country’s sometimes overcoming language barriers
• Work with suppliers to ensure Claire’s standards are adhered to and changes and corrections are delivered within timescales
• Interface with IT customers to understand business requirements and customer needs and assist in the development of business cases and justifications.
• Install and support technical solutions and implementations.

Requirements

• 4+ years’ experience in network architecture and engineering.
• Experience with SD-WAN technology, such as Velocloud, FortiGate
• Experience with load balancing technology, such as F5
• Experience with NextGen firewalls, such as Checkpoint, FortiGate
• Experience with wireless technology, such as Aerohive, Cisco, FortiAP, Aruba or Juniper
• In-depth knowledge of Voice over IP; experience with Cisco VOIP products
• Experience with PRTG or SolarWinds and other network management and monitoring solutions
• Additional languages preferred, ideally French, German or Spanish
• Strong attention to detail in both project and technology components
• Strong oral, written communication skills including presentation capabilities and sound interpersonal skills.
• Basic project management skills, specifically in the area of task planning, sequencing, scheduling and tracking
• Ability to learn new things quickly, requiring minimal direction and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to accept personal accountability and ownership for areas of responsibility. Pursue solutions and make decisions.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment