What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Network Engineer position at Tekniforce?
We are looking for an Associate Network Engineer. This is an onsite, full-time permanent hire position with our client in Raleigh, North Carolina. In this role as an Associate Network Engineer you will manage network infrastructure, maintain local systems, and support field operation, travel between sites and set up physical gear in data centers and server rooms.
Responsibilities as an Associate Network Engineer:
- Install, configure, and fix switching (moving data between devices), routing (finding the best path for data), and firewalls (digital security walls)
- Manage TCP/IP (the basic rules of the internet), DNS (the internet's phonebook), DHCP (automatically assigns device IP addresses), and VLANs (separates network traffic)
- Set up internet circuits and WAN topologies (wide-area network setups). Ensure solid perimeter security to keep data safe
- Run network cables, build racks for servers, and set up equipment in data centers
- Drive between business sites and offices for hands-on maintenance and repairs
Required skills and qualification as an Associate Network Engineer:
- 4 years experience working with IP-based networks
- Network or Cisco CCNA, or equivalent proven skills
- Working knowledge of switching, routing, VLANs, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and firewalls
- Familiarity with internet circuits, WAN topologies, and basic perimeter security concepts
- Highly organized with great troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Comfortable performing physical work such as running cable, racking equipment, and working in wiring closets and data centers
- Position requires participation in a 24x7 on-call scheduled rotation, including occasional weekends and holidays
- Occasional after hours and weekend maintenance and project work
- Able to occasionally lift equipment up to 40 pounds
- Associate degree or higher (preferably in an IT field) or equivalent hands-on experience