Sr. IT Engineer - Networking

## Sr. IT Engineer - Networking Apply:
Somerset, NJ USA:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
JR3768#
** About Us
**** Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. We’ve grown every year since, and today we’re proud to be a $16 billion global provider of IT solutions and services.
**** Over 17,000 organizations worldwide rely on SHI’s concierge approach to help them solve what’s next. But the heartbeat of SHI is our employees – all 7,000 of them. If you join our team, you’ll enjoy:**
* ** Our commitment to diversity, as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S.**
* ** Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities.**
* ** Health, wellness, and financial benefits to offer peace of mind to you and your family.**
* ** World-class facilities and the technology you need to thrive – in our offices or yours.**#
** Job Summary
** The Senior IT Engineer designs and manages systems architectures across Cisco & Meraki, ensuring integration and efficiency while implementing best practices. This role involves conducting research on emerging technologies, triaging issues, automating processes, and monitoring IT components for continuous availability. The ideal candidate will manage incident resolution, provide mentorship to junior engineers, and utilize tools like Service Now to track changes and adhere to change management processes.
This position is required to report to the Somerset, NJ or Austin, TX office location on a hybrid schedule.
** Role Description
**** Wireless LAN (Cisco & Meraki):
*** Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Cisco WLCs (e.g., Catalyst 9800, 3504).
* Deploy and optimize wireless access points using CAPWAP and RF best practices.
* Manage Meraki wireless networks via the Meraki Dashboard.
* Design and implement SSIDs, guest access portals, and wireless security policies.
* Perform RF site surveys and spectrum analysis to ensure optimal coverage.
* Integrate wireless solutions with Cisco ISE for authentication and policy enforcement.
* Monitor wireless performance and resolve connectivity issues.
** Routing & Switching:
*** Design, configure, and maintain enterprise LAN/WAN infrastructure.
* Implement and troubleshoot routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP).
* Configure and manage Cisco switches and routers (Catalyst, Nexus).
* Ensure network redundancy, high availability, and failover mechanisms.
* Monitor network performance using SNMP, Net Flow, and other tools.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams for network expansion and upgrades.
** Behaviors and Competencies
*** Communication:
Can effectively communicate complex ideas and information to diverse audiences and can facilitate effective communication between others.
* Adaptability:
Can proactively adapt to challenging situations, anticipate changes, and make modifications to meet the demands of changing circumstances.
* Self-Motivation:
Can proactively seek out challenges, initiate self-development projects, and contribute to personal or professional innovative ideas.
* Teamwork:
Can lead a team effectively, facilitating cooperation, sharing information, and ensuring that all team members are able to contribute to their full potential.
* Analytical Thinking:
Can synthesize complex data, identify patterns, draw insights, and present findings clearly and understandably.
* Detail-Oriented:
Can manage complex tasks or projects, identifying errors or inconsistencies, and ensuring all details are addressed, necessary corrections are made, and quality is maintained.
* Organization:
Can effectively coordinate multiple projects, delegate tasks where appropriate, and employ advanced organizational tools and methods.
* Problem-Solving:
Can proactively identify potential problems,…