Network Engineer III

Who we are:

As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be.

The Network Engineer III is primarily responsible for the provisioning, deployment, and ongoing operations and maintenance of all QTS managed network services for customers and internal QTS customers. This individual will need a fundamental understanding of physical/virtual networking and firewall management, including any associated automation. The Network Engineer III will also work escalated networking tickets to help support the Operations Service Center (OSC).

The candidate must be well versed in Network technologies and display a desire to continuously grow and improve both technical and soft skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned

Troubleshoot & support networking concepts and protocols such as: BGP, OSPF, VLAN/PVLAN, STP, HSRP/VRRP, IP sub-netting, and routing while increasing your understanding of a wider set of protocols and advanced technologies

Configure, test and troubleshoot on platforms like ASR 9000, Nexus 7000 –Nexus 9000sEngineer and test DDOS and traffic mitigation techniques and solutions

Troubleshoot DWDM optical network solutions

Demonstrate current industry knowledge as it pertains to the following;
Management of peering/IX/NAP issues, a proficient level of understanding in contemporary network architectures, networking security protocols/procedures, and network scaling/capacity issues

Work with Cisco routing and switching platforms like Catalyst 6500/7600, ASR 9000, Nexus Manage assigned tickets to ensure SLA compliance and customer satisfaction

Troubleshoot network port configuration issues

Understand prefix and access lists, read and comprehend trace routes

Create A, C, and MX records using basic knowledge of DNSConfigure site-to-site and client- to- site VPNsMaintain/troubleshoot VPN’s and ability to check Phase 1 and Phase 2

Triage and escalate tickets according to QTS policy

Conduct firewall rule changes

Work with Operations Service Center and be flexible in availability as needed BASIC QUALIFICATIONS BS degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering or other related field or equivalent professional experience

Seven or more years of progressive IT engineering experience

Five or more years of professional network engineering experience

Advanced proficiency with at least two of the following protocols: BGP, OSPF, HSRP, EIGRP, MPLSSolid understanding of anti-DDoS and IPS/IDS solutionsCCNA certification (or equivalent)
US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contracts PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCCNP or JCNP (Juniper) certification

Two or more years of experience with a Service provider, preferably in a Data Center environment

Advanced ability with route optimization software automation policies and monitoring

Advanced ability to configure site-to-site and client-to-site VPNs from scratch

Advanced ability to perform code upgrades and vulnerability management

Advanced knowledge with network device HA configurations

Experience working with network security components such as firewalls, VPNs, load balancers, IPS/IDSAdvanced skill level with Cisco iOS, iOS-XR, and/or Nexus OS (NX-OS)
Hands on experience configuring, testing, troubleshooting on Cisco routing, switching, and security platforms like Cisco Catalyst 6500/7600, Nexus 9000/7000, and ASR 9000

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

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