NETWORK ENGINEER

Company: FirstPRO
Location: King Of Prussia
Posted on: November 19, 2024

Job Description:

firstPROis hiring a Network Engineer for an onsite role with our client in King of Prussia. This position involves deploying, monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing customer networks, while also ensuring documentation and support systems are in place for smooth, efficient operation. The role requires strategic planning and hands-on project management to maintain robust network infrastructure for customer locations.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including configurations, procedures, and service records.Work with department leads to assess and plan for network capacity needs, both immediate and long-term.Establish policies, procedures, and training programs for network management, usage, and disaster recovery.Design and implement customer networks, including LANs, WANs, fiber, cellular boost systems, ERCES, P2MP networks, and Wi-Fi infrastructures.Configure network hardware, including servers, routers, switches, hubs, and UPS systems.Conduct site surveys for wiring, Wi-Fi installations, cellular networks, and fiber construction at customer locations.Travel up to 50% for project deployments as needed.Create and update documentation for network designs, deployments, and customer acceptance processes.Track network assets, including inventory and technical specifications, and monitor network performance.Assist with the implementation and management of network security solutions.RequirementsBachelor's or Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent military or technical training.Strong foundational knowledge of networking protocols and RF technologies.Proficiency in MS Visio and AutoCAD for network design and documentation.Skilled in Excel and Word for project reporting.Experience with Wi-Fi technologies and standards.Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.Willingness to learn new technologies.Preferred certifications: CompTIA Network+, CCNA, CWNA (Certified Wireless Network Administrator).Experience with Ekahau, iBwave, RanPlan, Cel-Fi, and DAS platforms is a plus.

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