Job details:
Our client, a leading public sector organisation, is seeking a Level 2 Network Engineer to join on a long term contract. This role involves providing hands-on support and management of Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN) and Wireless Technologies across multiple sites in Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a large-scale, mission-critical network infrastructure, ensuring network stability, security, and performance across a distributed enterprise environment.
The Role:
* Oversee and support a large, complex WAN environment serviced by multiple providers and spanning numerous locations across Ireland.
* Manage and work with a diverse range of network vendors and technologies, including FortiGate SD-WAN firewalls, Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitches, and Aruba WiFi solutions.
* Support a variety of connectivity types across the network, such as MPLS, eFibre, DSL, MSA, 4G/5G, and satellite links.
* Maintain and optimise SD-WAN deployments across many sites, primarily leveraging Fortinet technology
Required
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* 2+ years working experience managing and supporting Network environments.
* Hands-on experience in setting up and supporting Network infrastructure.
* Hands-on experience in setting up or managing Wireless networks.
* Working knowledge of LAN/WAN protocols such as
* TCP/IP
* DNS/DHCP
* Layer2 Switching
* Layer3 Routing
* Knowledge of OSPF and BGP.
* OSI Model
* NAC (Network Access Control)
* Ability to support Wireless Technologies
* Working knowledge of Fortinet (or other) SD WAN technologies
* Working knowledge of Aruba Clearpass, Controllers and Airwave
* Knowledge of Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitches (Or Cisco, HP)
* Experience with VPN technologies and how they impact various applications.
* Experience with other cloud based VC applications.
* Strong working knowledge and hands-on experience of managing network monitoring and troubleshooting applications and tools such as Wireshark, OPManager, SFLOW/Netflow
* Experience in dealing with multiple 3rd party WAN providers
* Proven ability to work on their own in an outage situation
* Support experience to users of all levels in busy helpdesk environment.
* Hands-on experience in managing and working in computer rooms. This includes cabling and racks.
* Understanding of environmental issues such as air conditioning, UPS, water leak detection
* Certifications such as CCNA are a distinctive advantage
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong organizational and project coordination skills
* Proactive problem-solving and self-learning mind-set
* Ability to work independently and in teams
* Flexibility to travel will be required across Ireland.
* Full driving license and access to vehicle.
Responsibilities:
* Project Delivery, Documentation and Reporting
* Understand the goals of collaborate effectively with internal teams
* Plan, coordinate and track project tasks proactively
* Contribute to project reviews with team
* Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of network diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
* Update the inventory management system
* Network Maintenance and Support
* Monitor and maintain LAN, WAN and WLAN infrastructure, including switches, routers, access points, SD-WAN Firewalls and NAC.
* Troubleshoot and resolve network issues to minimise downtime.
* On-site Physical Work:
* Cabling: Inspect, install, and maintain network cabling for connectivity and performance.
* Racking and Stacking: Install and organise network equipment in racks with proper cable management.
* Network Implementation:
* Assist in deploying LAN, WLAN, and NAC solutions as required.
* Support Level 3/4 engineers in configuring and installing network hardware and software as required
* Facilitate planned maintenance and change management processes
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* Support
* Offer technical support and guidance to the clients users and help desk
* Respond to Level 2 and priority helpdesk tickets as required
* Record, Update, Track issues/requests and correspondence in Helpdesk ticketing system