Comporium is a diversified communications company providing a Quintuple Play of five services -- voice, video, data, wireless and security -- at the retail level; as well as, providing security monitoring and media services for its industry customers. Under this concept, the Comporium Group is uniquely positioned to offer customers a one-stop-shopping for all their communications needs. SUMMARY Responsibility for the security & management of our growing network. -Implementing security protocols across the entire network infrastructure. -The installation & management of a large number of physical & VMware Unix/Linux servers that provide a wide range of services, some of which include: Radius; ServAssure; Cacti; Rancid; Nagios; AdventNet WebNMS; EMS; Conexon; Apache; Speedtest; various custom built programs. -In addition, the applicant must be familiar with MySQL and PostgreSQL database technologies to support new and existing services. -Researches & performs software upgrades to core networking equipment. RESPONSIBILITIES Work in conjunction with Engineering and senior team members to design, secure and implement new & existing technologies (including but not limited to CMTS, DSL, FTTP, Metro Ethernet, and various software). Identify and provide resolutions for hardware & software technical problems. Provide guidance and support for team members as well as members of other teams within the enterprise. Research and implement software upgrades for network related equipment. Work in conjunction with Engineering to configure and maintain Unix/Linux servers and various services including Nagios; CEMS; Cacti; Conexon; Serv-Assure; Radius; Home-Grown tools; DHCP; DNS; Rancid; vendor specific EMS solutions. Create records, maintain & document IP addresses, circuits, equipment and network infrastructure using Microsoft Excel, Word and Visio. Create and maintain network infrastructure/topology documentation. REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree preferred or related work experience. Four years networking required & 3 years of Linux/Unix experience. Extensive understanding of network protocols (IPv4/IPv6, OSPF, ICMP) along with real world, hands-on use. Strong technical problem solving and analytical skills. Proficient in the following Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols; IPv4, IPv6, OSPFv3, RIP, ICMP, TCP/UDP, DHCP & ARP. Proficient in the following technologies: routing, switching, security & wireless. Excellent competencies in planning, organization, time management, written & oral communication. Proficient in programming or scripting languages such as Perl, Java, etc. Microsoft Excel, Word & Visio Network & OS based certifications are desired (JNCIx, N , CCNx, Linux , etc.) Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and work in confined spaces as required. Must be willing and able to be on an "on call" duty rotation as required. We firmly believe that our company is only as good as the people we employ. Join a company that values its employees and rewards them for a job well done! Equal Opportunity Employer/Contractor The Comporium team is dedicated to meeting the communications needs of each customer and to provide unsurpassed value. As an employee, your contributions can have a valuable impact and your presence can make a difference! Comporium has and always will be a company that stays in front of the evolution of technology in the communications industry. Our culture is one that encourages a commitment to excellence and innovation. Join a team who is enhancing its community’s ability to take advantage of new growth in local markets, while developing opportunities for our team members to grow and excel. Work and live in areas where the weather is great, the cost of living is affordable, the recreational activities are endless, Gigabit Internet speeds are far-reaching, and the people are the friendliest in the world!