Sr. Network Engineer

The Senior IT Engineer - Network is the technical leader responsible for design, installation, configuration, administration, and maintenance of the network, including the voice/data/video and gaming networks.

Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $60 - $75 / hr. w2

• Serves as the top tier expert on network problems and emergencies and assists in troubleshooting and resolving communication and application problems.
• Plans, designs and engineers hardware and software-based network systems in accordance with our standards.
• Installs, configures, monitors, and troubleshoots on-site and cloud-based converged data/voice/video/gaming network systems, structured cabling solutions, network based applications and business services.
• Monitors and maintains IT equipment and adequate environmental conditions in telecommunication spaces.
• Creates meaningful documentation on network topology, application dependencies, systems design, and standard operating procedures.
• Acts as internal consultant with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions. Communicates technical information to team members and company-wide staff.
• Ensures stable and reliable connectivity of access, distribution, and core network devices or other relevant and current topologies.
• Ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of network systems in conjunction with necessary security programs and policies.
• Implements new installation and movement of network access locations throughout the casino venues. This includes coordination of network systems, structured cabling solution installation and Wide Area Network (WAN) circuits.
• Defines and operationalizes Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and run books.
• Trains and mentors IT Help Desk Technicians on how to resolve common level 0/1 application issues.
• Trains and mentors peer and junior level IT Engineers – Application on network components of assigned business applications
• Follows organizational change management processes and ensures all configuration changes are properly approved & documented
• Monitors and reports on assigned application performance metrics
• Interfaces, collaborates, and foster strong relationships with business stakeholders
• Interfaces with internal and external vendors
• Ensures all audit findings are remediated within agreed upon timelines
• Manages vendor relationships for assigned business applications

• Five years related experience and/or training;
  Bachelor’s degree (B.A.); or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• CCNP or Arista L3 Certificate a PLUS

• This position requires specialist knowledge of multi-vendor network hardware and peripheral solutions.
• Foundational knowledge and skills include telecommunications and transmission technologies, including network architecture, topologies, programming applications, and administration interfaces.
• Strong Arista and Palo Alto Networks

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre‑tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked‑in state/locality.

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)