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C1 is the foremost, single-source provider of advanced communications and data technology for business. That means if it's digital, we connect our customers to it -- from phone systems and hardware to computer networks, application development, managed solutions and more. And we're 100% passionate with designing, implementing, managing and supporting our customers' every need from end to end, so that they can focus on what they do best.

So, when it comes to joining a team of IT and communications technology pros who are empowered to do what they do best, your best choice -- your #1 choice -- is C1.

Location and Travel

This position is open to candidates located in Wisconsin (preferred) or nearby states, such as Minnesota, Iowa, or Illinois. This position will involve frequent travel to Wisconsin to perform work at onsite customer locations. The estimated amount of travel is 30% - 50% of the time.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Extreme Network Engineer III with deep expertise in Extreme Networks technologies to join our Professional Services team. This role is critical in delivering high-value design, upgrade, and implementation projects for our customers. As a trusted technical advisor, you will lead complex engagements, ensuring successful outcomes that align with client business objectives

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for customer installations and configurations and create customer facing High-Level Designs and detailed Low-Level Designs.
• Be the networking technical lead on customer projects
• Design, configure, deploy and troubleshoot the following vendor technologies:
• Extreme Networks routers, switches, wireless and management platforms
• Extreme fabric engine (VOSS) and switch engine (EXOS) including SPBM/ISIS, OSPF, BGP.
• Extreme XIQ Cloud Platform ONE
• Extreme XIQ-Site Engine, Control Engine (NAC) and Analytics
• Extreme wireless controllers and APs
• Juniper routers and switches (EX, MX, SRX) a plus
• HPE Aruba routers, switches and wireless including Aruba Central, AOS-CX, Clearpass, a plus.
• Palo Alto and  Fortinet firewalls. A plus
• Ability to build templates for automation of equipment roll-outs by other staff members.
• Ability to work with Account team as SE support as SME when needed
• Ability to work with prime SE on network designs
• Be a 3rd level resource for our Tech Support engineers

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in a field support, professional services or a technical support role
• Heavy experience with Juniper routers and switches and migrations from VPLS to EVPN with knowledge of Juniper Apstra to deploy EVPN.
• Strong knowledge of Layer 2, Layer 3 routing protocols MPLS, EVPN, VXLAN, BGP, OSPF etc.
• Ability to use scripting to configure networking devices
• Strong knowledge of security protocols
• Data Center routing and switching experience required.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong account management and customer communication skills
• Ability to work in fast paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision
• Extreme commitment to customer service and enhancing the customer experience
• Excellent computing skills, including Linux
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize customer support tools/resources

C1 BENEFITS* 401(k) Plan (35% employer match per dollar up to 10% employee contribution)

* Medical Coverage (3 platforms: UnitedHealthcare, Reference Based Pricing includes member advocacy; and Kaiser)

* RX Home Delivery

* HSA with Employer Contribution* In-vitro Fertility (treatment coverage)* Dental* Vision (2 plans: 12-month and 24-month frames allowance)* FSA Plans (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Limited Purpose)* Pre-tax Commuter Plans* Employer-paid Life Insurance* Employer-paid Short + Term Disability* Long Term Disability (2 plans: Employer-paid or optional Self-paid)

* Paid Parental Leave (4 weeks at 100%)* Employee Assistance Plan* Voluntary Life Insurance for team member, spouse and child

* Voluntary Accidental Death for team member and spouse* Legal/ID Theft Plans* TeleHealth * Wellness via Omada Health (healthy living solution)* Travel Assistance* Business Travel Accident Coverage

* Medical for foreign travel coverage

* Employer-paid Pet Telehealth* Accident Insurance* Critical Illness Insurance* Hospital Indemnity Insurance* Volunteer Time Off

* 10 Holidays

* Summer Sizzle

* On Demand Pay (Daily Pay)

Work EnvironmentAbility to handle multiple priorities and demands in a fast-paced environment. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.Physical EnvironmentPhysical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.Other Duties/ChangesThis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all duties, responsibilities or activities that are required of a team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. At any point in time, the essential functions and primary duties associated with this position will be the principal, major or most important duties, responsibilities and activities that the employee is expected to perform as determined and directed by C1.

EEO StatementC1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and all team members will be treated with respect to their employment, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. For further details, please view the EEO Policy Statement (EEO Policy Statement) and/or the current version of the workplace poster (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf; https://www.eeoc.gov/poster)

Pay Range

$130,000 - $155,000

Base pay ranges are estimated. Actual base pay will be based on education, experience, location, certifications, skill set, and any other relevant factors. Incentive/variable pay opportunities are in addition to base pay.

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