Network Engineer presso Hotwire Communications

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Configure and maintain network and security components.
• Perform network and security risk assessments.
• Provide capacity and contingency planning, thorough documentation, reports and presentations to upper management.
• Implement new and/or execute current processes and procedures that aid in the efficiency of managing and expanding the network.
• Research, analyze and implement software patches or hardware changes needed for any security- or network-related deficiencies.
• Provide support and mentorship for Jr. Network Engineers and the Network Operations Center.
• Evaluate and test new products, services and internal tools.
• Participate in Hotwire core network architecture development, including network evolution and vision, market expansions, new technologies roll out, MPLS, IPv6, product offering etc.
• Design, engineer and deploy BGP and OSPF Area-0 changes and upgrades
• Contribute to Hotwire network security tasks relevant to BGP and OSPF
• Identify, research and close network and security vulnerabilities
• Interact and represent Hotwire with peering and transit partners/vendors and others.
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Participate in second-level (backup) on-call rotation.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• At least 2 years as Network Engineer in a service provider in a similar role
• At least 5 years of relevant IP networking experience working for service providers or Telecom vendor
• Excellent understanding of BGP and OSPF including daily operations of both protocols for large networks
• Strong understanding and practical experience with IP Multicast
• Network security experience, including firewall and IDS/IPS appliances/functions
• Understanding of IPTV, preferably Mediaroom and video compression/distribution
• Strong understanding and practical experience with Security components (Firewalls, IDS/IPS)

BENEFITS:

We truly appreciate and value all our employees and show our appreciation by offering a wide range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Healthcare/Dental/Vision Plans
• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays (including your Birthday!)
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Hotwire Service Discounts – for employees who live on a property serviced by Hotwire. Discounted service offerings are provided for high-speed internet, video
• service, phone, and security service
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Exclusive Entertainment Discounts/Perks

Hotwire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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