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Why WWT? Fueled by creativity and ideation, World Wide Technology strives to accelerate our growth and nurture future innovation. From our world-class culture to our generous benefits, to developing cutting-edge technology solutions, WWT constantly works towards its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is a great place to work. We encourage our employees to embrace collaboration, get creative, and think outside the box when it comes to delivering some of the most advanced technology solutions for our customers.
WWT was founded in 1990 in St. Louis, Missouri. We employ over 7,800 individuals and closed nearly $14 Billion in revenue. We have an inclusive culture and believe our core values are the key to company and employee success. WWT is proud to announce that it has been named on the FORTUNE "100 Best Places to Work For®" list for the eleventh consecutive year!Want to work with highly motivated individuals that come together to form a high-performance team?Come join WWT today!The Lead Network Engineer - is responsible for developing and integrating all network communication requirements along with researching/recommending future capabilities for the WWT production network. This includes (but is not limited to) routers, switches, Wireless Access, Remote Access, Firewalls, and networking components along with all software required to automate, configure, operate, and manage these devices. The Lead Network Engineer will design, build, and support data networks comprised of Cisco core and edge devices.The Lead Network Engineer- serves as project lead for network-related projects, ensuring that these projects are delivered on time and meet quality expectations. Additionally, the engineer will be responsible for designing and supporting the production network as it relates to network setup and configuration. The lead should be able to create and deliver training material for peers.The successful candidate must be able to communicate clearly and propose new technology and infrastructure solutions to management and peers in a business-like manner. The candidate will be required to work in a fast-paced environment that requires team interaction and coordination of efforts. The candidate must be comfortable interfacing with WWT partners and customers.PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Maintain a thorough understanding of network ecosystems and their workings (DNS, Security, IP Routing, SD-WAN, HTTP, VPN, Wireless, Monitoring, QoS,)
- Design, setup, and configure complex switching environments
- Design, setup, and configure complex wireless networking that supports open or secured access and the ability to support voice and video applications
- Must be able to create documents, spreadsheets, and detailed drawings
- Experience in enterprise environments using Cisco Solutions such as Nexus Product Lines, ACI, SD-WAN, Controller-Based Wireless, and firewalls
- Experience supporting an operational LAN/WAN using a variety of Cisco layer 2 and layer 3 products
- Experience in configuring and supporting f5 Load Balancers. Familiar with Static vs. Dynamic, Performance-based, and LTM load-balancing methods
- Provide configuration and troubleshooting support for customer incidents related to Network Support. Familiar with gigamon and spanning of interfaces that will support advanced security and monitoring tools. Knowledge of LogicMonitor and extrahop is a plus
- Proven troubleshooting skills, the ability to research and develop solutions to problems and provide training for product support.
- Provide support to individuals building software and infrastructure-based solutions within WWT’s private cloud
- Familiarly with the concepts of Software Defined Networking and virtual switching solutions
- Scripting capabilities in Python or other related languages
- Ability to work well with others and collaborate in a fast-paced environment is required. Candidate should be able to balance multiple work streams while prioritizing tasks and keeping stakeholders up to date as required.
- Active or working toward CCIE.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related major. Comparable work experience for non-degree candidates will be considered.
- Excellent written and oral communication experienceProject management/leadership experience
- Ability to communicate in an understandable, polite, and friendly manner, both written and verbal
- Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Math, Statistics, or Engineering
- Minimum 5 years of network administration experience
- CCIE certification
- Previous experience in maintaining networking components in a data center and remote site environments including experience in network security
- Health and Well-being: Heath, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program
- Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off: PTO & Holidays, Parental Leave, Sick Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
- Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers’ Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program