IS Lead Network Architect

Team member with engineering and operational responsibilities, provide lead support and direction for the group
Interface with vendor support services and sales teams
Ensure the delivery of network performance reports for proactive and reactive network management
Provide internal analysis and support to ensure proper escalation during outages or periods of degraded system performance.
Provide level III (advanced) support, guidance and direction for Operations outside of the core team
Prioritize, complete, and oversee projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelines
Ability to develop presentations and deliver/speak to topics in meetings to all levels of corporate management
Complete understanding of IP-based networks for the purpose of implementation, operations and troubleshooting
Advanced knowledge of IP routing protocols, including RIPv2, OSPF, and BGP
Required knowledge of network product lines from Cisco Systems and Nortel Networks. Expert knowledge of network device management/configuration interfaces (graphical and character-based) as well as underlying operating systems - Cisco certifications are required.
Responsible for implementing and supporting High-Availability environments, extensive knowledge of VRRP and HSRP required
Responsibility for implementation and operations of IP-based load balancing environments. Knowledge of systems from Cisco is required.
Experience with Network Analysis tools including Sniffer and Netscout required
Familiarity with the OPNET suite of products for network modeling and performance tuning a plus
Experience with VPN Technology and Firewall configuration/troubleshooting required, knowledge of Cisco-based security products and services (Pix, IDS, K-9, etc.)
Advanced knowledge for the implementation and support of Voice-over (VoIP), Quality-of-Service (QoS), and MPLS-based networks is required.



Requirements:


A minimum of 5 years experience in implementing/operating IP-based networks
On-call support required, including carrying a Cell Phone/Pager
Experience with MS Visio and the MS Office Suite of products required
Cisco CCNP Certification required
Cisco IP telephony specialization a plus
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
Security experience or Certification a plus