Network Engineer

Clear Winds Technologies; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Winds Technologies is seeking a network engineer with hands-on experience in switching, routing, wireless and firewall technologies. The role requires proficiency across vendor networks such as Cisco, Ruckus, Palo Alto, Checkpoint, etc., with Fortinet/SonicWall knowledge a plus.

Successful candidates will manage multiple projects from design through implementation, troubleshoot complex networks, and ensure reliable service for users.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network technology.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience in a tech environment.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP and OSPF.
• Comprehensive knowledge of LAN, firewalls, routers and wireless controllers.
• Ability to analyze networks, identify issues and provide solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, troubleshoot and tune networks and security infrastructure.
• Manage several projects simultaneously from design to implementation.
• Communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical colleagues.

Skills

5+ years exp

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

TCP/IP

LAN & Firewalls

Routers & Wireless

Multi-vendor networking

Wireless security design

Project management

Effective communication

IP telephony

Microsoft technologies

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Clear Winds is looking for a network engineer. This person will be required to be proficient in network engineering including, switching, routing, wireless and firewall technologies. It is desired that this person to be knowledgeable in multiple vendor networks such as: Cisco, Ruckus, Palo Alto, Checkpoint, etc. technologies. Optional knowledge in Fortinet, Sonicwall, etc. will also be considered.

This person will also need project management skills and be able to multi-task on different projects. Projects will include design, analysis, implementation, troubleshooting and tuning. A strong work ethic, communication skills and organizational skills a must. A willingness to take ownership of the project while prioritizing its purpose to serve the users is critical.

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in network technology is preferred
• A Bachelor's degree is preferred and/or equivalent experience within a technology-based environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of network services and networks such as TCP/IP and OSPF
• In-depth understanding and practical knowledge of networking sytems such as LAN, firewalls, routers and wireless controllers
• Ability to analyze and evaluate networks, identify issues and provide solutions to ensure networks are operating efficiently
• Ability to design, implement and troubleshoot wireless and security infrastructure
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously from design to implementation in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate technical information to other technical team members but also to coworkers in other departments who may not have knowledge of networking technical terminology
• Candidates desired to be highly proficient in IP telephony, active switching, routing, wireless and security technologies.
• Candidates must have the ability to communicate well with clients.

It is desired that this person to be knowledgeable in the Microsoft technologies such as: Microsoft Server, Active Directory and Group Policy.