The IT Infrastructure Engineer Senioris responsible for the engineering and configuration of infrastructure and microwave system technologies. May be involved with complex system integration testing and evaluation.

• Bachelors' degree in Information Technology or related field and 7 year of prior relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.

• Requires in-depth level of technical knowledge within microwave engineering and communication network engineering.

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications:

• Knowledge of TDM communication technologies (JungleMUX, SONET, PremiSys) and packet based communications (Nokia, Juniper, Cisco); infrastructure management tools and monitoring tools; solution sizing for hardware/software platforms; industry standard security requirements and designs.

• Microwave engineering experience with Nokia, Alcatel-Lucent, and/or Aviat hardware.

• Skilled in frequency coordination and analysis, tower loading, and budgeting pertaining to microwave location builds.

• Ability to develop and write technical documentation; evaluate and test emerging technologies.

1. Performs the most complex duties of the technical infrastructure team 2. Leads architecture, design, analysis, implementation, and operations of infrastructure3. Develops, recommends, and implements complex infrastructure solutions 4. Leads the planning, designing, and execution of testing5. Ensures infrastructure scalability and security within the organization 6. Reviews plans to manage the frequency of support package/patch application7. Applies highly developed specialized knowledge and skills in Infrastructure to define improvements for increased reliability and performance8. Evaluates and tests emerging technologies9. Recognized as the most experienced and knowledgeable infrastructure engineer within the organization10. Provides guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within field of infrastructure engineering 11. Typically responsible for managing major/complex projects across the enterprise at this level, involving delegation of work and review of infrastructure engineering projects

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