CISCO Network Engineer

We are hiring CISCO Network Engineer for a Contract position in Atlanta, GA

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Position:CISCO Network Engineer
JOB REF#:42312 - 62637
Duration:3 Months (Contract)
Location:ONSITE - Atlanta, GA, 30303
Pay Rate:$45.00 PER HOUR (W2 ONLY)

** This role is 100% ONSITE, local candidates only!

HOURS: MON-FRI 8:15am to 5pm (EST)

Seeking to hire a Cisco Network Engineer with wireless expertise will work in our NOC and will be required to maintain a reliable, secure, and efficient wired and wireless data communications network. The ideal candidate will have a background in managing wireless network equipment, which includes installing, configuring, and maintaining it within a variety of parameters. This professional will also be knowledgeable about industry Wired and Wi-Fi standards and best practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Installing any necessary hardware or software, including those for backups or to monitor system performance.
Troubleshooting tasks to prevent downtime.
Providing solutions for upgrade management
Developing plans to address consistent wireless network problems.
Planning for future strategies and initiatives to keep the network operating at high performance.
Collaborating with vendors and network managers on implementation and deployment
Installing and managing firewalls and other network security protections
Training in-house staff on wireless technologies, if applicable
Putting solutions in place to continuously test network performance.
Testing and modifying equipment as needed.
Configure and deploying CISCO switches and access points appropriately and effectively.
Conducting site surveys

DAILY TASKS:
Respond, resolve, or ensure wireless and network issues are resolved when assigned by the Service Desk
Write technical and end-user documentation for assigned projects
Provide all necessary system, maintenance, and disaster recovery plan documents.
Perform system installation support and ensure all necessary system security requirements.
Responsible for researching and problem resolution and must coordinate activities with IT support staff as required and document findings.
Maintain software licenses and maintenance support from software vendors
Follow division team handbook, policies and procedures, software standards, software development lifecycle and change management
Work collaboratively with others to achieve team and organizational goals; prioritize projects and/or tasks; provide constructive input to achieve team goals
Deliver a customer-focused, responsive service to customers; support efforts to enhance business efficiency and effectiveness; demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude; respond constructively to new information, changing conditions, and
unexpected obstacles
Prepare management reports related to system audit, availability and performance as needed.
Submit appropriate change order documentation for moves, adds, and changes of the systems
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer, providing hands-on Networking, Routers, Cisco switches, and Wireless support
Excellent knowledge of best practices around management, control, and monitoring of Wi-Fi network infrastructures
Experience with Cisco wireless land controllers, implementation, troubleshooting, and problem resolution
Ability to set up and configure network devices such as access points
Experience managing wireless network equipment, which includes installing, configuring, and maintaining it within a variety of parameters.
Knowledgeable about industry Wired and Wi-Fi standards and best practices.
Able to work evenings and overnight hours are required, and weekends when needed
Must have a current/valid driver s license
Must be able to lift 40lbs and stand or walk for long periods of time.
Excellent oral and written communications skills as well as the ability to work alone or within a team environment.
EDUCATION: Bachelor s degree in computer science or engineering or related field (Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis)

DESIRED:
CWNA training/certification
Cisco CCNA, CCIE Wireless, CCNP, and ITIL Certifications

Calance Consultant Benefits Offerings:
- EPO/PPO Medical Plan (Cigna)
- HMO/PPO Dental programs (Cigna)
- Vision - VSP (Vision Plan Summary)
- 401K VOYA Retirement vesting program

Estimated Pay Range: $45.00