Description:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Administrator to oversee, maintain, and optimize our telecommunications network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in networking, telecommunications systems, and advanced troubleshooting techniques. This role involves managing network operations, ensuring high availability, and implementing improvements to enhance performance and security.
Key Responsibilities
- Network Infrastructure Management: Deploy, and maintain network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and telecom equipment.
- Monitor network performance, identify issues, and implement solutions for optimal uptime.
- Manage core, access, and distribution layers of the telecom network.
- Ensure redundancy, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.
- System Administration & Maintenance: Manage IP addressing, VLANs, and QoS policies.
- Conduct regular firmware and software updates for network devices.
- Implement and maintain security policies, including firewall configurations and VPNs.
- Automate network tasks and streamline operations using scripting (e.g., Python, Bash).
- Troubleshooting & Support: Act as an escalation point for complex network issues.
- Perform root cause analysis for outages and service interruptions. Collaborate with NOC, field technicians, and vendors to resolve incidents efficiently.
- Project Management & Documentation: Lead network upgrade and expansion projects, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
- Create and maintain detailed network diagrams, documentation, and SOPs.
- Conduct capacity planning and recommend upgrades as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in network administration, preferably within the telecom or ISP industry.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, Multicast, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, IS-IS and other routing protocols.
- Experience with Layer 2 tunneling and service technologies such as VPWS (Virtual Private Wire Service), VPLS (Virtual Private LAN Service), EVPN (Ethernet VPN), and ELAN/EMLAN for delivering secure, scalable multi-site connectivity and network segmentation.
- Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, Nokia, or similar platforms.
- Proficiency with network monitoring tools (e.g., PRTG, SolarWinds, Zabbix).
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent documentation and project management abilities.