Senior (5+ years of experience)
Summary of the Role
As a Senior Network Operations Center (NOC) Technician, you will be responsible for overseeing complex network systems, ensuring their reliability, performance, and security. You will serve as a technical lead within the NOC, coordinating with various teams to troubleshoot advanced network issues and optimize network operations.
Required Skills
Network monitoring and analysis
Communication and coordination
Mentoring and team development
Documentation and reporting
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field is preferred.
At least 5 years of experience working in a Network Operations Center.
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent certification.
Proven experience with network management and monitoring tools such as Nagios, SolarWinds, or Zabbix.
Knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, MPLS).
Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and other network security technologies.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Availability for on-call rotation and ability to handle emergency situations.
Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze network performance and report on trends.
Respond to and resolve complex network issues in a timely manner.
Collaborate with network engineers to design and implement network optimizations and upgrades.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for network infrastructure.
Lead incident response efforts during network outages and coordinate with stakeholders.
Mentor junior technicians and provide technical leadership within the team.
Ensure adherence to network security protocols and best practices.
Perform regular network backups and recovery drills.