Junior Network Engineer

Role: Junior Network Engineer

Location: St. Louis, MO (Onsite)

Type: Contract

Duration: 1 Year

Experience: 0-5 Years

Job details:

Entry-level role with conceptual knowledge in job discipline but with little experience;

Installs basic hardware, systems and software for network and/or security components;

Builds capability to develop scripts that facilitate network administrative tasks and automate repetitive processes;

Documents activities, events, materials and issues.

Prepares system performance or configuration reports as required.

Updates procedures.

Provides input regarding processes and procedures that will enhance effectiveness.

Participates in the evaluation of new hardware and software packages.

Participates in the implementation of data/system security processes including access controls, monitoring software, and generation of security reports; Assists with troubleshooting network and services performance.

Monitors network performance and implements performance tuning;

Performs root cause analysis of simple problems and tracks and reports to supervisor;

Helps manage and ensure quality of low risk/impact network installations or enhancements (e.g., coordinating meetings, tracking budget, following up on action items);

• Basic knowledge of network routing protocols.
• Basic understanding of routing and switching technology, IP, and signaling. Basic knowledge of ITIL framework.
• Basic knowledge of industry trends and products.
• Basic knowledge of waterfall and agile project management processes, tools and techniques;

Bachelors degree required, preferably in engineering, mathematics, computer science, or business. Will consider candidates without a degree if they have shown/demonstrated having 2+ years equivalent, relevant experience in tools, systems, and initiatives leveraged by client.

0+ years of relevant experience.