IS Lead Network Architect

Team member with engineering and operational responsibilities, provide lead support and direction for the groupInterface with vendor support services and sales teamsEnsure the delivery of network performance reports for proactive and reactive network managementProvide 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 teamPrioritize, complete, and oversee projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelinesAbility to develop presentations and deliver/speak to topics in meetings to all levels of corporate managementComplete understanding of IP-based networks for the purpose of implementation, operations and troubleshootingAdvanced knowledge of IP routing protocols, including RIPv2, OSPF, and BGPRequired 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 requiredResponsibility 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 requiredFamiliarity with the OPNET suite of products for network modeling and performance tuning a plusExperience 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 networksOn-call support required, including carrying a Cell Phone/PagerExperience with MS Visio and the MS Office Suite of products requiredCisco CCNP Certification requiredCisco IP telephony specialization a plusBachelor's Degree or equivalent work experienceSecurity experience or Certification a plus