PPS customer is a growing Telecommunications Company. 
 

Position Summary:

Operational supervision and management of core voice & data network. The ability and skill set to analyze current & future requirements of the network in a collaborative team environment, in addition to the day to day management of the network functions and guaranteed operation. Overseeing and providing necessary updates, enhancements, security and system upgrades to maintain the integrity of the network at all times.

Essential Responsibilities: Network Operations Technical Support

• Design and implementation of IP transport network systems to support IP Telephony utilizing QoS methodology.

• IP transport systems to support critical data payloads used for signaling: MEGACO/H.248 Call Control, SIP, TALI signaling, EMS/NMS DB server to element communication paths, remote access network and private business LAN.

• Design and implementation of IP Routing within the internal network using Open Shortest Path First (OSPF).

• Design and implementation of peering IP networks using BGP and MPLS. This includes inter-communication, requirements, interconnection methods and arrangements, contact lists and negotiations.

• Specs for new services, identifying areas of improvement, and developing/implementing acceptance testing plans.

• Determine equipment to meet specified requirements and make PO requisitions.

• Complete and maintain network topology documents and diagrams.

• Manage access to and protect the network from intentional and accidental abuse, unauthorized access, and communication loss.

• Utilizing IP tunneling methods such as VPN, IPSec and/or other access control methods such Access Control List, Network and Port Address Translations (NAT and PAT respectively), etc.

• Monitoring status of network, including internal Compass Trouble Ticket resolution and contacting external vendor TAC support for more involved or outage situations that require support.

• Devising short term workarounds, trouble shooting, and correcting fault conditions.

• Manage network computing hardware elements including: Sun/UNIX or LINUX OS, IBM/LINUX OS and Windows servers.

• Accessing/Programming voice and data application servers via telnet or serial connections to command line and/or graphical user interfaces.

• Configuration, operation and maintenance of Session Border Controllers (SBC’s), SIP Application Servers, Media Gateway Controllers, Domain Name Servers (DNS), Radius Servers.

• Scripting programs to automate configuration/provisioning of services.

• Designing routines that run diagnostic scans and report/notify of system alarms.

• Schedule/perform hardware/software/OS upgrades as required to keep all computer systems running at peak performance and reduce system sensitivity to bugs/errors.

• Perform periodic backups and provide procedures for disaster recovery and network survivability.

Essential Responsibilities: Access, Transport and Data - Network Technician

Vendors: Cisco, Turin, Adtran, Level (3), USS, Waypoint, Juniper

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 10 years in a telecommunications environment
• College degree or equivalent experience
• IP Network certification – CCNA, CCNP
• Working knowledge of telecommunications networks and systems.
• Flexibility to work during maintenance windows.
• Specific knowledge and experience in the following disciplines: soft-switch/signaling, transport systems and IP services.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with the following protocols: SIP, TCP/IP, SS7, PRI

Non-Essential Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Attention to detail

• Good communication skills - must be able to interact with associates, vendors and customers in a timely & professional manner

• Ability to perform daily duties with minimal supervision

• Valid driver’s licenseOperations Center – along with gateways, collocations and Customer premise

Physical Demands:

• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Exceptional hearing, written, visual and verbal communications ability
• Moderate physical activity to include ability to lift 50 pounds.

ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

*This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee incumbent in this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instruction or assignments.

Salary and benefits to include:

· Choice of two health plans, vision, dental and life insurance; ancillary benefits; 401(k); company paid holidays and paid time off.

· The salary range commensurate with education and experience.

Must successfully complete a background check, a drug screen and a physical.

 Please apply with a cover letter and resume detailing your ability and your technical experience.

 All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.