Emerging Telecom Network Engineer (TS/SCI)

Independent Software, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Software is seeking a Telecommunications Network Engineer Level 0 to support maintenance and sustainment of voice and data networks, identify and resolve issues, and ensure reliable network availability.

You will monitor operations, respond to alarms, troubleshoot routine problems, and perform scheduled maintenance using network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and simulators, collaborating with users, vendors, and technical teams.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Experience with network monitoring, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
• Experience supporting WAN technologies such as SONET (OC3, OC48, OC192), DS3, and T1.
• Experience with TACLANE/KG-175 or similar technologies.
• Experience with MPLS, BGP, VPNs, or similar networking technologies.
• Ability to follow detailed technical procedures and communicate effectively with users and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and sustainment of existing networks and identify and correct issues.
• Monitor data and voice networks for alarms, messages, and performance issues.
• Operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators.
• Troubleshoot routine network problems using scripts and established procedures.
• Determine the severity of network issues and initiate resolution or escalation as appropriate.
• Document network issues, alarms, corrective actions, and resolutions.
• Execute scheduled maintenance routines in accordance with established procedures.
• Activate and deactivate network lines according to established schedules.
• Perform first- and second-level problem determination.
• Interface with users and network vendors to resolve issues.
• Follow detailed technical work instructions and procedures.

Skills

Network monitoring

Troubleshooting

Network operations

Communication

Documentation

Education

Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

Cisco equipment

Brocade equipment

Juniper equipment

TACLANE/KG-175

Network analyzers

WAN test equipment

Network simulators

Job description

Independent Software is seeking a Telecommunications Network Engineer Level 0 to support maintenance and sustainment of voice and data networks, identify and resolve issues, and ensure reliable network availability.

You will monitor operations, respond to alarms, troubleshoot routine problems, and perform scheduled maintenance using network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and simulators, collaborating with users, vendors, and technical teams.