Operations & Exercises Network Engineer

At Uni Systems, we are working towards turning digital visions into reality. We are continuously growing and we are looking for an Operations & Exercises Network Engineer to join our UniQue team.

What will you be bringing to the team?

• Act as direct 1st level fault resolution on Routing and Switching Elements to sectors, sites, and the Service Area routing cells
• Advise on fault diagnosis throughout sites utilizing a number of management platforms (e.g., HP OpenView, NetScout, Cisco Works)
• Ensure that, on Routing and Switching elements, remote routine maintenance throughout sites is performed
• Coordinate with sites for Routing and Switching elements centralization, standardization, and best practices
• Liaise and collaborate internally throughout the client's infrastructures and with external organizations for fault rectification activities
• Be responsible for the creation and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures within the Routing and Switching Cell
• Coordinate, perform, configure, and evaluate test scenarios pertinent to the area of Routing and network configuration problem resolution
• Coordinates and performs routing infrastructures design, configuration, and maintenance activities for all appointed exercise scenarios and Operations
• Perform the practical evaluation of management tools and capabilities
• Ensure a common understanding of the available toolsets and methods of utilization within the centralized and distributed user base
• Investigate and propose long-term solutions to encountered equipment and configuration problems
• When required, coordinates on-site surveys, validations, and system acceptance testing into the Routing infrastructure.

What do you need to succeed in this position?

• Bachelor's degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in a related discipline and 2 years post-related experience.
• Over 4 years of experience with CISCO Routing and Switching Elements
• A minimum of 2 years experience with the configuration and operation of HP Network Automation or equivalent network automation and orchestration systems
• A minimum of 4 years' experience with the configuration and operation of Network Monitoring and Event Management systems, ideally Intermapper, Spectrum, HP OpenView, and Splunk
• Over 4 years of experience working in a centrally managed network environment.
• At least 5 years of experience in all aspects of maintenance, repair, modification, and operation of large complex multi-vendor IP communications networks and related equipment
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Proven experience in the use of an Incident Management System such as BMC Remedy
• A high level of knowledge of network, system, and application troubleshooting techniques
• Sound knowledge of communications protocols and practical experience of using diagnostic test equipment
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of command and control systems
• Extensive technical management expertise in C2 management
• Broad knowledge of C2 systems and software maintenance procedures
• Experience in Site and Systems Evaluation and Inspection
• Experience with IP Diffserv QoS in Networks
• Extensive working Knowledge of OSPF and BGP to include (Multi-area architectures, BGP Confederations, and Route Reflectors)
• Knowledge of EIGRP and IS-IS
• Extensive knowledge of implementing and operating LAN technologies (e.g., HSRP, STP, Switching, VLANs, DHCP snooping, ARP Inspection, Port-Security)
• Extensive knowledge of implementing and operating network authentication and authorization systems and technologies (e.g., Secure ACS 5.x, 802.1x, 802.1ae MACSEC, RADIUS, TACACS+)
• Experience in preparing test plans, technical documentation, and Standard Operating Procedures
• Contact with UNIX and Linux operating systems
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Member of a recognised professional body representing the communications area
• Shall have a general understanding of related telecommunications systems and techniques of TDM, ATM, Frame relay, MPLS, Video, Voice, and VoIP technology
• Experience with IPv6 network technologies and concepts
• Experience with Datacentre technologies and Virtualized Switching, such as VMWare and Nexus1000V
• Experience implementing and operating a multi-tenancy network environment (VRF/VLAN)
• Experience implementing and operating multicast network technologies (IGMP, PIM)
• Experience developing and maintaining scripts using EXPECT, Python, or PERL
• Knowledge and experience with commercial IPSEC encryption solutions such as Secure Virtual Tunnels (sVTI), SSLVPN, DMVPN, GETVPN
• Familiarity with Thales TCE 621 family IP Cryptographic Equipment or similar Military Grade IP Encryption devices
• Understanding of Firewall Technology and Concepts
• Understanding of Intrusion Detection System Technology
• Familiarity with Application Performance Monitoring Solutions such as Netscout
• Familiarity with Performance Management principles, metrics, and tools (e.g., MRTG, IPSLA)
• Hold one or more of the following IT security qualifications/certifications: CCIE: Cisco Certified Internet Expert, CCDP: Cisco Certified Design Professional, Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundation or Higher
• Εxcellent use of the English language (verbal & written)

At Uni Systems, we are providing equal employment opportunities and banning any form of discrimination on grounds of gender, religion, race, color, nationality, disability, social class, political beliefs, age, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristics. Take a look at our Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Policy for more information.