Reporting
This position reports to the Network Manager.
Supervisory
This position has no direct reports.
Summary
The responsibilities of the OT Network Consultant I encompass designing, implementing, monitoring, and supervising both local and wide-area OT networks. The main goal is to guarantee maximum operational uptime. Duties include creating system configurations, documenting and overseeing new network installations, and maintaining as well as enhancing existing systems as necessary.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following are essential duties and responsibilities required by the position:
- Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS)
- Shadow Senior Network Engineers towards developing project design and lead solution implementation
- Lead network operations responsibilities
- Responsible for 2nd & 3rd level support
- Responsible for Network uptime. Ensure proper monitoring in place
- Supports assigned networking products by maintaining appropriate levels of hardware and software as dictated by the environment in which they operate (e.g., router microcode level and image type)
- Installs and configures products for which responsible
- Assists other engineers in troubleshooting problems relating to products for which responsible
- Monitors data relating to the status of products within the network (e.g., circuit utilization)
- Shadow higher level engineers with problems or configuration issues relating to products for which responsible (e.g., responding to and closing help desk tickets)
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problems and outages
- Analyze traffic behaviors to great extent and find out the issues and solve it
- Conduct performance analysis, proper planning and testing as needed
- Collaborate with network architects to optimize system performance
- Engage in data network fault investigations
Qualifications
To perform successfully within this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience
The following background is required. Human Resources and the hiring manager will determine what qualifies as related experience or appropriate combination of education and experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
- CCNP or equivalent Certification required
- Must be working towards achieving CCIE
- 3-6 years of hands-on experience with Network devices Routers, Switches, Firewalls etc
Additional experience is required with the following:
- In-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g. BGP, OSPF)
- Knowledge of coding languages for scripting (e.g. Python, Perl)
- Deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS)
- Solid understanding of the OSI or TCP/IP model
- Knowledge of Oil & Gas operations Preferred
- Technical knowledge and efficient troubleshooting capabilities in relevant IT infrastructure/architectures
Skills
The skills listed below collectively outline the abilities required to execute the job effectively. While not every skill will be utilized on a regular basis, the selected candidate will be accountable for demonstrating proficiency in all these skills at various points during their tenure with the company.
A candidate must be able to:
- Proven hands-on network engineering experience
- Hands-on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic and network analytics tools
- Provide strong customer service orientation
- Manage working on simultaneous projects
- Interface with business areas and effectively translate business needs into technology based-business solutions
- Present strong analytical skills and be able to solve complex problems
- Manage small and medium sized projects with minimal support
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Work on tight deadlines
- Multitask to prioritize and perform a variety of concurrent tasks
- Work in fast paced environments
- Present a calm demeanor under stress
- Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and emails
- Write simple correspondence with an understanding of proper email etiquette
- Effectively present information in a one-on-one and small group scenario to customers, client, coworkers, and management
- Address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
- Act independently and proactively to achieve identified goals and objectives in a deadline-oriented environment and accept responsibility and direction
- Provide innovative solutions and think analytically
Hours
This position requires the candidate to be on-call for support.
Work Environment
The following work environment description outlines the typical conditions employees may encounter while performing essential job functions. We are committed to making reasonable accommodations to facilitate the participation of individuals with disabilities in carrying out these essential functions.
The majority of the work is conducted within an office setting, which may involve exposure to the following elements:
- Fluorescent Lighting Conditions: Employees will primarily work in areas with fluorescent lighting.
- Prolonged Periods of Sitting: The job may require extended periods of sitting at a workstation or desk.
- Exposure to Blue Light: Employees may be exposed to blue light, particularly from computer screens and electronic devices.
- Extended Durations at Workstations, Involving Computer Usage: The role may necessitate prolonged periods of working at a computer, requiring focus and keyboard usage.
- Utilization of Shared Office Space: The workspace may be shared with other employees, promoting a collaborative environment.
