Network Engineer I

Saxon Global; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm located in Frisco, Texas, is seeking a skilled network architect for a 6+ month contract. The role involves designing enterprise network architecture, ensuring customer satisfaction, and fulfilling project management responsibilities. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least 8 years of relevant experience in LAN/WAN and Datacenter infrastructure. Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Requires training in business, IT, or related fields.
• Minimum of eight years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Design enterprise network architecture for LAN, WAN, and Datacenter.
• Research updated networking techniques and processes.
• Fulfill project management responsibilities as needed.
• Document and publish project plans for large projects.

Skills

Expert knowledge of LAN/WAN

Strong analytical skills

Effective team leader

Problem-solving skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Tools

Load balancing

Ethernet Fabrics

WAN Optimization

Job description

Saxon Global is one of the fastest growing Inc. 500 Companies in the US, providing enhanced IT consulting to top Notch Direct IT Clients.

Job Description

Job Duration: 6+ Month Contract

Address: Frisco, TX,75034

Interview Method: Phone then In Person

Primary Duties And Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the enterprise network architecture design process supporting LAN, WAN, Datacenter, and Wireless infrastructure.
• Researches and recommends updated networking techniques and processes.
• Responsible for fulfilling project management role as required.
• Develops, documents, and publishes project plans for large projects as designated by manager.
• Researches and recommends updated networking technology and techniques.
• Provides management with a status of work in progress on a frequency defined by management.
• Ensures all work is performed to meet customer satisfaction standards and requirements.
• Complies with all appropriate policies, procedures and safety rules and regulations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Experience and educational requirements:

• Requires some training in fields such as business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year Bachelor's Degree program, technical vocational training, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Normally requires a minimum of eight (8) years directly related and progressively responsible experience.

Minimum skills, knowledge and ability requirements:

• Detailed knowledge of applicable computer applications used at AmerisourceBergen
• Expert knowledge of LAN/WAN, Datacenter and Wireless Infrastructure.
• Experience with Load balancing, Ethernet Fabrics, Wan Optimization.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Effective team leader and decision maker.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management.
• Ability to prioritize work load and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Physical and mental requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Sedentary physical activity requiring reaching, sifting, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking and hearing.
• Visual requirement is for close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
• 75% or more time is spent looking directly at a computer.
• Associate is frequently required to stand, walk (or otherwise be mobile).
• Ability to deal with stressful situations as they arise.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.