Network Support Engineer

Work setting

• Consulting firm

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assess, document and optimize the capacity and performance of information and communication system networks
• Research, design and develop information and communication system network architecture
• Research, evaluate and integrate network system and data communication hardware and software
• Analyze user's requirements, and design and develop system architecture and specifications
• Lead and co-ordinate teams of engineers, technologists, technicians and drafters in the design and development of computer and telecommunications hardware
• Maintain, troubleshoot and administer the use of local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), mainframe networks and computer workstations and peripheral equipment
• Evaluate and install computer hardware, networking software and operating system software
• Provide problem-solving services to network users
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations
• Set up local area networks and connections to the Internet

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Exchange
• VMS
• X Windows
• MS Windows
• Word processing software
• MS Excel
• Internet
• Information technology
• Device drivers
• Networking software
• Networking hardware
• Networking security
• Servers
• Security software
• Mail server software
• MS Office
• Desktop applications
• Python
• Virtualization

Area of specialization

• System integration
• Testing
• Project management
• Networks

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

• Internet access

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Gasoline paid