Engineer, Network Operations

Company: Commnet Broadband
Location: Castle Rock
Posted on: November 7, 2024

Job Description:

Join Commnet, a pioneering force that has been the backbone of rural networks in the United States for decades. At Commnet we prioritize enabling and delivering high-quality broadband communication services that enable Tribal and Rural America to thrive. At the heart of our mission lies a passion for digital inclusion and life transformation, offering more than connectivity - we are dedicated to fostering equality of opportunity through access to essential services. Our culture is built on a foundation of trust and ownership, where our passion for our customers and communities shines through our customer-centric approach. With open and effective communication, we champion a "win together" mindset, celebrating every victory as a step towards a connected and empowered rural America.Job Profile SummaryAs an Engineer, Network Operations, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing telecommunications networks to meet the organization's communication needs. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the availability, performance, and security of network infrastructure.Duties and Responsibilities (included but not limited to):

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining data networks, including LANs, WANs, and other network infrastructure
• Monitoring network performance and troubleshooting issues to ensure optimal network operation and minimal downtime
• Configuring and managing network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers
• Collaborating with network architects and other teams to plan and implement network upgrades and expansions
• Managing network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and policies
• Conducting regular network audits and assessments to ensure compliance with security standards and best practices
• Providing technical support and training to other Network staff and end users as necessary
• Other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum Years Experience: 2 - 4 Yrs
  • Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • Embody and demonstrate our company values: Foster Trust, Effective Communication, Customer Centricity, Own It, Win Together.
  • Proven experience in network engineering and data operations, including hands-on experience with network protocols, technologies, and tools
  • Strong knowledge of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, and network security
  • Experience with troubleshooting and configuration management of Juniper Routers and Firewalls in a service provider environment.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development
  • Experience with network standards and golden configurations
  • Experience with vendor management and vendor software upgrade proceduresPreferred Qualifications:
    • Certifications such as JNCIA, JNCIP, or equivalent are highly desirable
    • Telecommunications network experience
    • Familiarity with VoIP ,SIP, WDM technologies
    • Experience with Fiber and Fixed Wireless broadband service vendors: Adtran, Tarana, and NokiaCompensation & Benefits:
      • Compensation is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
      • Benefits: Commnet is proud to offer a comprehensive suite of benefits to all regular full-time positions (hourly & salaried) to promote overall health, wellness, and financial security for you and your family. Benefits include health, vision, dental, HSA/FSA, life and AD&D, fitness reimbursement, short/long term disability coverage, parental leave, emergency travel assistance and 401k.
      • Commnet employees have access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which includes services such as 100% confidential counseling, financial information/resources, legal support, and general wellness.
        **A Note to Agencies** All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Commnet Broadband (the Company) via email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of the Company, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by the Company for this position and a valid agreement with the Company is in place. In the event a candidate submitted outside of the Company agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.
        Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US.ATN and its subsidiary companies are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa.
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        Compensation details: 66880-121400 Yearly Salary
        
        
        
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