Entry Level Provider Network Development Jobs in Denver, CO

We are seeking a Senior Network Technician to join our team! You will help support and maintain company network infrastructure.

Senior Network Technician

• Five years or more of experience as a Network Technician with at least a CCNA or CCNP. Performs identified Move/Add/Change (MAC) activity to include all required network modifications both physical and logical. May include moving/adding connection in network closet and terminating port connections at the end location (desk/office/conference room, etc.). May include necessary changes within the switch to accommodate port activation.
• Perform as first responder to ITSM and Service Now problem tickets. Can include a variety of duties to include customer contact, problem identification, and research, taking corrective action, acquiring additional support, documentation, and problem closeout.
• Support other network personnel as required with the installation/modification of network infrastructure and components. Support during off-hours and weekends may be required for maintenance windows and break/fix.
• Monitors, controls, and isolates problems in a data communications network. Monitors all network activity. Activates/deactivates network lines according to established schedules. May perform first- and/or second-level problem determination first level is help desk. Interfaces with users and/or network vendors.
• Sets up and tests a variety of systems and hardware components prior to field deployment. Analyzes failed equipment according to established methods or procedures and determine whether equipment is repairable in-house or must be returned to the vendor for repair. Performs standard repairs and tests of components or equipment that can be repaired in-house. Tests incoming repaired items from vendor to ensure that repairs were properly done. Ensure compliance with standard IT security rules and regulations

Primary Skills

• Physically install network assets (i.e. switches, routers, firewalls, network tools & testing devices) in network closets and data center network cabinets including:
• Logically configure network switches and tools/testing devices.
• Complete patching of circuits into switches.
• Perform network closet clean-up, switch port optimization, and survey work as needed.
• Monitor and take appropriate action from network alerts generated from management tools.
• Perform advance Cisco switch configuration from command line layer 2 and layer 3 configurations involving expert knowledge of the Cisco IOS IN AN ENTERPRISE environment. This includes knowledge of HSRP, RPVST, EIGRP, BPDUs, Vlans, Trunks, and VTP. Working experience of at least 3 years of hands on.
• Advanced trouble shooting of complex switching problems for Spanning tree, vlans, ether channel and layer 3 routing protocols OSPF, EIGRP and BGP.
• Work with facilities for new build outs of office spaces and new site for Network cabling Fiber , cooper, power, cabinets, racks and data closets. Work on budgeting , pricing out quotes and comparing quotes from cabling / electrical venders. This will include interacting with the customer and venders on a daily basis.
• Over 3 years Working experience of Cisco Wireless support of WAPs and WLCs in lightweight mode running multiple SSIDs and WLANS.
• Advanced knowledge of Single mode, Multimode fiber , cooper cat 6 and other layer 1 cabling trouble shooting including use of TDR and Fluke testers.

Additional Skills & Experience

• Administer ITSM / Service Now network ticket queue. Respond, update, and close Remedy incident tickets (break/fix and service requests).
• Support network break/fix actions to restore service to customers. Meet network SLA and performance measurements.
• Provide customer interface communication skills. Take initial Tier 1 calls from customers and/or help desk.
• Administer network asset tool to help assist in data integrity.
• Administer network drawings and documentation tools.
• Support after-hour network change control maintenance windows as needed.
• Assist with other network personnel to maintain well organized network equipment storage areas.
• Assist with network equipment RMA activities as needed.
• Update and maintain AutoCAD and Visio drawings.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k,with matching)
• Life Insurance Plan
• PTO
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Internet & Phone Allowance (for applicable roles)
• Wellness Resources (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Work-Life balance
• Flexible Hours
• Full-Time Permanent Positions

JW Affinity IT is a full-service IT solutions provider supporting schools and private organizations with strategic, innovative technology projects. We take the time to understand our clients' needs to successfully develop, implement, and manage each initiative. JW is a certified small, woman- and minority-owned business through the National Minority Supplier Development Council.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace where different perspectives lead to better IT solutions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment.