Sr Technical Engineer Network

Company: Farm Credit Council
Location: Sun Prairie
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description:



Compeer Financial is seeking collaborative, innovative and dynamic professionals to be a part of our Top Workplace culture!



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Position Overview: This position plans, directs, and coordinates the design, installation, operations, maintenance and connectivity of the LAN and WAN, voice communications, and wireless to ensure the stable operation of the organization's IT systems. This includes developing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all new and existing network hardware, software, and communication links. Serves as a resource for less experienced team members in training and knowledge transfer.



Essential Functions:



Assists with research and makes recommendations on network products, services, protocols and standards in support of network procurement and development efforts.


Establishes and maintains regular written and in-person communications with the organization' s decision-makers, stakeholders, department heads, and end users regarding pertinent network activities.


Assists in planning, acquiring and coordinating installation of in-house and remote hardware and software across the organization's network.


Experience with networking configurations in the Azure Cloud to include NSGs and UDRs.


Enterprise level experience with cloud based routing and configuration.


Network troubleshooting experience to include packet trace and Sniffer analysis as well as switch configuration analysis.


Helps establish service level agreements with end users and third party vendors.


Provides "ownership" of problem through final resolution.


Assists in assessing, approving and administering all network equipment, hardware, and software upgrades.


Practices network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory, life cycle man agement and related documentation.


Provides assistance in managing and ensuring effectiveness of performance of network solutions, including routers, switches, ASAs, UPSs etc.


Maintains effectiveness of security solutions including firewalls, ASAs, anti-virus solutions and intrusion detection systems.


Tests network performance and provides network performance statistics and reports; develops strategies for maintaining network infrastructure.


Tests server performance and provides network performance statistics and reports; develops strategies for maintaining server infrastructure.


Assists in maintaining a complete network test lab to test changes and hardware prior to implementation on the production network.


Manages optimal operation of all network hardware and equipment, including routers, switches, ASAs, UPSs etc.


Assists in monitoring and analyzing the organization's networks and systems for security breaches or intrus ions.



Minimum Qualifications & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:



Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, business or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.


5+ years of direct experience with multi-platform enterprise environments.


Cisco Certified Network associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified network professional (CCNP) required.


Advanced knowledge of current protocols and standards, including core switching/routing, SSL/IPSec, SAN, virtualization, business continuity, disaster recovery.


Advanced knowledge in Cisco Products, including switches, routers, wireless controllers and firewalls.


Advanced knowledge of LAN/WAN Technologies.


VOIP telephone system support is highly desirable.


Strong organizational, decision making, and written/verbal communication skills. Presentation skills f or one-on-one and/or group presentations.


Ability to work under minimal supervision.


Ability to translate highly technical information into nontechnical terms.


Thorough understanding of the latest security principles, techniques and protocols.


Ability to create and maintain technical documentation of complex systems.


Strong listening, written and verbal communication skills, with ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.


Strong problem solving, decision making and organizational skills.





Who is Compeer Financial?


Compeer Financial exists to champion the hopes and dreams of rural America. By joining our team, you will help empower those in agriculture and rural communities to achieve their goals and expand their possibilities. We embrace business agility and innovative approaches to serving our clients and communities.



Why join our team?



Amazing team members who are passionate about serving agriculture and rural America.


Investment in our team members' education, growth and development.


Engagement in our communities through giving back and volunteerism.


Flexible, collaborative and dynamic work environment.


Great benefits:



Medical, Dental, Vision insurance


401K (3% Compeer contribution & up to an additional 6% match)


Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays, volunteer time)





Find out why our team members choose Compeer Financial by watching this video.



How do I apply?


Qualified candidates, please apply online at www.compeer.com/careers.



Compeer Financial is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Keywords: Farm Credit Council, Madison , Sr Technical Engineer Network, IT / Software / Systems , Sun Prairie, Wisconsin