Sr. Infrastructure Network Engineer

Sr. Infrastructure Network Engineer
Our Dallas based client is seeking a perm Senior Infrastructure Network Engineer to provide on-site/field network infrastructure design, implementation, and support for their growing company with new national locations. The successful candidate will collaborate with a team of experienced network and infrastructure engineers to design and implement systems and infrastructures based on industry standards, ensuring that projects are delivered with the highest quality. This role reports to the Network and Infrastructure Lead. Up to 50% travel is required.
The Senior Infrastructure Network Engineer has the duty to identify and understand a project's needs, streamline project requirements, work with the project manager to produce drafts, and ensure project quality. This role supports the transitions of new acquisitions to the company standards as well as IT-related projects at existing locations. This role is also responsible for helping resolve onsite technical incidents with the core network (Cisco Meraki) and security stack, wi-fi, cameras, computer systems, including software, hardware, Point-of-Sale (POS) systems, and other IT related incidents, is skilled in installing, configuring, and maintaining these systems, and supporting customers through the resolution of support incidents.
Skills: Cisco Meraki, Security Stack, VLAN, VOIP, Ubiquiti PTP/PTMP or any SD-WAN platform of network devices, CCNA, PCI
Job Responsibilities

• Work with the team to design and implement network and infrastructure systems, including hardware, software, and applications.
• Assist in the maintenance of systems, network, hardware, applications, and corporate voice and data infrastructure.
• Support and maintain client networks, including circuit connectivity, segmentation, VLANs, management of firewalls, connected devices, and VOIP (Office@Hand) phone systems.
• Lead in the planning and implementation of systems and network integrations for new clients.
• Proven experience in vendor management, including the ability to evaluate, negotiate, and manage vendors to ensure project deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Support projects and other activities, including installation, upgrades, and system updates.
• Assist in the resolution of onsite technical incidents with the core network (Cisco Meraki) and security stack, Wi-Fi, cameras, computer systems, including software, hardware, Point-of-Sale (POS) systems, and other IT-related incidents.
• Installation and maintenance of Point to Point/Point to Multipoint connections.
• Follow standard procedures in maintaining and resolving issues, including frequent communication on progress or resolution of issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Proactive and driven by an insatiable desire to identify and resolve problems effectively.

Job Requirements

• A degree in a related IT field and minimum of 5-7 years performing network related work in a professional environment.
• CCNA/CCNP/Network or other relevant networking certifications that demonstrate fundamental networking knowledge required.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills to research, diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve systems and network issues at client sites.
• Excellent customer-facing people skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Requires knowledge and experience with Cisco Meraki; Ubiquiti PTP/PTMP or any SD-WAN platform of network devices.
• Understanding network devices and systems, including intrusion detection systems, firewalls, switches, access points, cameras, cellular gateways, and wireless backhaul devices.
• Preferred experience with scheduling and coordinating regional low voltage, fiber, and physical infrastructure vendors to install cabling, network components, poles, satellite dishes and other infrastructure components.
• Knowledge of PCI (Payment Card Industry) standards and certification process is a plus.
• Proficient, detailed, and consistent in network documentation and diagramming.
• Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations.
• Ability to communicate and report incidents and issues to a team.
• Ability to manage tasks of concurrent projects at one time and may be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of property staff and leadership.
• Work experience as a network engineer/administrator and/or field services engineer
• Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting networks, integrated systems, and desktop hardware.
• Experience working in an IT-ticketing environment.

50% travel - 3 days in Office when not travelling
or
Ability to pass drug screen and must have clean criminal background.

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