Our client is a leading telecommunications and technology provider serving customers nationwide. Based out of Dallas, they are looking to hire a Cisco Network Administrator on a Contract basis.
Contract Duration: 1 year contract (Potential for extension) 3 Months training onsite then fully remote
Required Skills & Experience
- Advanced knowledge of Cisco Routers & Switches, with practical experience in troubleshooting layer 2 and 3 routing and switching issues 1 2.
- Strong knowledge of Asynchronous protocols (Async, Isochronous)
- Strong Knowledge of Synchronous protocols (X.25, HDLC, SDLC, BX.25).
- Strong knowledge of Synchronous IP Encapsulations/Communications Protocols (XOT, AEP, RBP, PAD, IP-SLM).
- Strong knowledge of troubleshooting both Async, and Sync Protocols including reading Protocol Analyzer and Sniffer Traces.
- Strong Knowledge of Mediation Devices (AISwitch, AIRemote, AIScout, Datatek DT4180, Telecomp T40, and Cisco 1100TG).
- Strong Knowledge of Interfacing between Mediation and Network Elements(RS232, RS485, RS530, RS449, V.35)
- Strong Knowledge on Cabling Pinouts (DTE vs. DCE, Straight Cabling vs. Null Modem)
- Working Knowledge of Cisco Layer 2/Layer 3 Protocols and Router Configuration.
- Working knowledge of Linux Shell, TCL scripting.
- Knowledge of Central Office Equipment.
- Knowledge of ESS Class 5 switches.
- Knowledge of SNMP
Desired Skills & Experience
- CCT (cisco certified technician)
- CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
- CCNP
- Additional Skill areas of interest
- Background as a technology consultant
- Experience as a solutions architect or integrator
- Scripting knowledge and experience (Ansible & Linux & Python)
- Network automation/orchestration knowledge and experience
- MS Excel Knowledge and experience (pivot tables and advanced formulas)
- Arista, Applied Innovations, Telecom USA, Cisco & Datatek Routers & Switches – other technologies there – big + if candidates have any of these
- Knowledge of Allied Telesys mediation devices (T40’s)
What You Will Be Doing
• Primary duties include the operation, configuration, and installation of mediation devices whose data traverses the COAN network. This network connects surveillance centers and monitoring systems to remote equipment located throughout the company.
• Additional duties include end user support for various systems connected to the COAN network.
• This position requires a very strong engineering professional.
• Familiar with routing, switching and network mediation knowledge.
• This role involves provisioning/configuration of network devices to support the migration of central office network element devices. engaging and working with AT&T on site work force and AT&T groups to track and document the moving of these elements in the central offices.
• Planning and provisioning.
• Plan deployments, initial configuring and provisioning and switch.
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
- Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
- Paid Sick Time Leave
- Legal and Identity Protection Plans
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
- 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
