Network Operations Engineer -L2

Overview

When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there’s only one: Zones – First Choice for IT.TM

Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.

Position Overview

As a Network Operations Engineer to develop and maintain functional and secure networks. You will mentor a team of engineers to troubleshoot and optimize our networks for our users. In this role, you should have excellent problem-solving skills and thorough knowledge of network administration and architecture. If you’re also passionate about security and data protection, we’d like to meet you. Also, we can say that L2 Network Operations Engineer’s roles and responsibilities include the following.

What you’ll do as the (Network Operations Engineer – L2):

The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

• Knowledge & experience on routing protocols like BGP, OSPF, Static Routing, BFD etc.
• Knowledge of ACI & should know terminology like VLAN.
• Switching technology, VLAN, Spanning-tree, VTP, ACL etc.
• Knowledge of Multicast routing, PIM, IGMP protocols, SPT etc.
• Experience & hands on with Switches and Firewalls of different vendors like Cisco, FortiGate & Palo Alto.
• Should have experience & knowledge of the Nexus family, e.g., VPC, VDC, MEC, orphan port management.
• Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP, IPSec, PPP, HSRP, VRRP, redundancy protocol, IPSLA and SNMP protocols.
• Experience with monitoring tools such as NMS, WhatsUp Gold, and MultiPing.
• WLC management.
• Troubleshooting and coordinating with Cisco TAC, Arista TAC, and Huawei TAC, and following up on issues.
• Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning.
• Provide L-2 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues.
• Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure.
• Select and implement security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with the company’s security team.
• Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution.
• Design and deploy company LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including servers, routers, switches, UPSs, and other hardware.
• Design, implement, and support firewalls, site-to-site VPNs, and remote-access VPNs.
• Perform server and security audits, and system backups and recovery.
• Exposure to AWS Environment.
• Proven hands-on network engineering experience.
• Solid understanding of the OSI or TCP/IP model.
• Good understanding of networking protocols. (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS)
  
  

• Minimum 5+ Years of experience with relevant certifications.
• L2 engineer with good DC R& S experience. (approx. 5-7 years of exp.)
• Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS) preferably Cisco Devices.
• Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and security configurations.
• Monitor performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
• Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades.
• Hands-on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic and network analytics tools.
• A bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field is required
• CCNA (required); CCNP (highly valued)
  
  

While we’re committed to providing top-tier solutions, we’re just as committed to supporting our own teams. We offer a competitive compensation package where our team members are rewarded based on their performance and recognized for the value they bring into our business. Our team members enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including Medical Insurance Coverage, Group Term Life and Personal Accident Cover to handle the uncertainties of life, flexible leave policy to balance their work life.

At Zones, work is more than a job – it's an exciting career immersed in an inventive, collaborative culture. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.