What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Network Engineer position at NetScout Systems, Inc?
Network Engineer
At NETSCOUT, we are an elite force of trailblazers, innovators, and problem solvers. We protect the connected world from cyberattacks and performance and availability disruptions through our unique visibility platform and solutions powered by pioneering deep packet inspection at scale technology.
We are Guardians of the Connected World. We are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.
About NETSCOUT
NETSCOUT has been helping the world's largest organizations solve their most complex digital challenges for more than 40 years.
NETSCOUT unlocks insight at unequaled scale, from every data packet to the broadest view of global internet traffic, so the world's essential organizations can solve problems faster, constantly transform their digital ecosystems, secure what matters - and stay unstoppable for a world that relies on them every second.
Network Engineer:
Senior Network Engineer for UltraDDoS is responsible to analyze problems, gather requirements, design, and test DDoS protection solutions. This is an opportunity to participate in an industry- leading network security environment and solve today's most demanding cyberwarfare challenges.
Basic Qualifications/Skills:
* Develop scalable network designs, solutions, policies, and recommendations.
* Identify, research, and evaluate network related tools and emerging network technologies.
* Evaluate and test upgrades to network equipment such as routers and switches.
* Document new and existing network deployments according to standards.
* Drive revenue growth through the creative development of new products and services.
* Participate as network security Subject Matter Expert both internally and externally.
* Advise developers on automation necessary for network management & visibility.
* Advise support team to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
* Serve as mentor to the other engineering team members.
* Participate in rotating on-call schedule with several other team members.
* Provide third-tier support.
Preferred Qualification/Skills:
* 12 years of network engineering in ISP/CSP environments
* 4 year college degree (BA or BS) or equivalent
* Expert level understanding of global Internet network architectures
* Extensive operational experience with carrier-class routers and switches from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Arista.
* Extensive operational experience with the BGP routing protocol and superior BGP routing protocol troubleshooting skills
* Experience with global Anycast service design and traffic engineering methods
* Experience with DDoS detection, attack analysis, and mitigation techniques
* Experience with network automation tools a plus.
* Experience with DNS traffic engineering a plus
* Must be able to work independently and be a self-starter
* Must have excellent written and communication skills
* Must demonstrate creative problem solving skills
Working at NETSCOUT
At NETSCOUT, our vision is to create a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. As a global company we strive to build a workforce comprised of talented individuals with a wide range of perspectives and background. We also know that life at NETSCOUT is not just about what you will contribute, but what we will give back to you. Besides the promise of interesting work in an exciting and ever-growing industry, NETSCOUT is committed to giving you opportunities to continue to learn and grow. Employees are eligible for a variety of professional development opportunities to help them advance their skills and career. We have heavily invested in our individual, management, and leadership training and development programs. We offer a compensation package that includes the following benefits:
- Generous vacation package
- Equity
- Matching 401k plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Attractive medical and dental coverage options
- Domestic partner benefits
- Health and Dependent Care spending accounts and Health Savings Account options
- Life and Disability Benefits
- Volunteer Time Off, Matching Charitable Gifts
NetScout Systems, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer.
| Education | Bachelors (or equivalent work experience) |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Location | MA - Westford |
| Preferred Language | English |
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identification, disability or protected veteran status.