Job Description

Strategic Staffing Solutions is currently looking for an Network Engineer,, a W2 contract opportunity.

This is a W-2 contract opportunity, and candidates must be able to work on our W-2 only. NO C2C or 1099.

Network Engineer

Team overview
• Manages all WAN-connected devices, which are either wireless (cell modems) or wired (fiber-connected routers).
• This role is the wireless side, specifically AMI (Automated Metering Infrastructure) devices.
Core focus
• Signal propagation for 900 MHz wireless networks, using the EDX software package. This is a good portion of the role.
• Cellular-connected devices that attach to the AMI system.
Day to day
• Working with field crews and vendors to deploy AMI equipment.
• Configuring cellular devices for field deployment.
• Supporting the AMI network across the full deployment lifecycle.
Must-have skills
1. Strong communication skills
2. Working understanding of IP networking (expert level not required)
3. Solid organizational skills
Nice-to-have skills
• Wireless/cellular experience
• Broader networking background (CCNA/CCNP not required)

Position Summary:

• Entry level role with conceptual knowledge in job discipline but with little experience; Installs basic hardware, systems and software for network and/or security components.
• Builds capability to develop scripts that facilitate network administrative tasks and automate repetitive processes; Documents activities, events, materials and issues.
• Prepares system performance or configuration reports as required.
• Updates procedures. Provides input regarding processes and procedures that will enhance effectiveness. Participates in the evaluation of new hardware and software packages.
• Participates in the implementation of data/system security processes including access controls, monitoring software, and generation of security reports;
• Assists with troubleshooting network and services performance.
• Monitors network performance and implements performance tuning; Performs root cause analysis of simple problems and tracks and reports to supervisor; Helps manage and ensure quality of low risk/impact network installations or enhancements (e.g., coordinating meetings, tracking budget, following up on action items);
• Basic knowledge of network routing protocols.
• Basic understanding of routing and switching technology, IP, and signaling.
• Basic knowledge of the ITIL framework. Basic knowledge of industry trends and products.
• Basic knowledge of waterfall and agile project management processes, tools and techniques;

A bachelor's degree is required, preferably in engineering, mathematics, computer science, or business.

Candidates without a degree must have shown/demonstrated having 2+ years equivalent, relevant experience in tools, systems, and initiatives leveraged by the client.

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