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Senior IP Engineer

Genesis10
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Houston
Jan 19, 2025
Genesis10 is currently seeking a Senior IP Engineer with our client located in Houston, TX. This is a direct placement role. Responsibilities: Perform all activities associated with the addition, maintenance, and support of all client Network Elements pertaining to its carrier network Detail level routing, switching, QOS and MPLS network engineering, configuration, and support Develop and implement appropriate security policies regarding the protection of network equipment Participate in an on-call rotation Adhere to company practices and regulations Maintain work area in neat and orderly fashion Establish and retain a record of good attendance and punctuality Maintain confidentiality of all customer and company information Complete any special projects as assigned Work in a safe manner and adhere to the safety guidelines set forth in company policy Maintain a positive attitude towards customers, co-workers, and management Maintain honesty and integrity in all circumstances Provide support to Tier 2 and Tier 3 Support/NOC/Circuit Provisioning staff Support/Coach/Mentor Tier 1 and Tier 2 IP Engineering Staff Assist with the development of "Network Evolution" plans Engineer projects related to Layer 2 and Layer 3 network re-designs and expansions Write standard operating procedures related to processes and equipment Requirements: College degree or 5 to 10 years' experience in major area Display an expert knowledge in Network design and or architecture At least one of the following and equivalent work experience of 5 to 10 years in carrier network engineering, management, and development: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) - CCIE service provider preferred Juniper JNCIP - JNCIE service provider preferred Nokia Network Routing Specialist II (NRSI) Certification or Nokia Service Routing Architect (NSRA) Ciena Certified Routing and Switching Associate or Professional (CRS-A/CRS-P) Good working knowledge of Adtran, Brocade, ALU/Nokia, and Cisco routers Good working knowledge of Ciena SAOS 6, 8, and 10 along with Navigator Company Expert working knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, ISIS and BGP) Expert working knowledge of STP, RSTP, 8032ERP, MPLS, SFTP, DNS, SSH Expert knowledge of Local Area Networks and Wide Area Networks Expert knowledge of IPV4 and IPV6 along with TCP, UDP, ICMP, QUIC Understanding of Packet captures and analysis A firm working knowledge of Ethernet based fiber optic networks as well as SONET and DWDM Ability to design and perform Lab testing projects and document accordingly Ability to develop and implement change management procedures as needed Good working knowledge of Windows Operating systems and Linux OS Familiar with Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio Good interpersonal skills Effective time management Professional and effective oral and written communication skills Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have valid motor vehicle operator's license and a responsible driving record Able to learn all aspects of the job by attending seminars/vocational schools or classes, reading instruction manuals, on-the-job-training, etc. Ability to break down complex tasks into smaller more manageable "micro-tasks" Demonstrate creative and organizational skills in order to work through projects producing accurate and effective end results Ability to collect data, establish facts, define problem(s), and evaluate seriousness of problem(s) Ability to filter facts and information to troubleshoot complex issues breaking them down into simpler "micro-tasks" to provide quick problem resolution Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! About Genesis10: Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: * Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. * The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. * Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) * Behavioral Health Platform * Medical, Dental, Vision * Health Savings Account * Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) * Voluntary Term Life Insurance * 401K * Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) * Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.