Now Hiring - Burns & McDonnell - Network Solutions Architect - Cyber Security (Multiple Locations) in Kansas City, MO

Description

The Network architect will be responsible for managing Burns & McDonnell GRCC Managed Services clients organization’s network systems. The architect will ensure all systems communicate safely and seamlessly, manage wireless access points, data storage and retrieval, and business continuity. The architect will ensure successful management of clients Operational Technology (OT) networks making sure they can communicate both internally and externally by installing and maintaining LAN and WAN networks, routers, modems, SCADA, and controls systems. They also work closely with other engineers, architects, and technical experts and may liaise with upper management contacts to prevent and resolve technical issues.

Primary duties and responsibilities

• Manage technical network solutions and frameworks
• Perform network troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common network problems
• Upgrade network hardware and software components as required
• Design, test, and inspect network systems
• Perform network planning, modeling, and analysis
• Design, implement and manage security countermeasures when network vulnerabilities arise
• Analyze, engineer, and execute software functions
• Develop and deliver professional proposals and design documentation
• Manage technology vendors
• Lead pre-sales design and architecture of network infrastructure solutions.
• Participate in the development of client-facing Statements of Work, Bill of Materials and estimates for Professional Services.
• Designing, configuring, and supporting network infrastructure and associated system component and devices (routers, switches, firewalls, and servers)
• Install and configure routing, switching, wireless and related applications.
• Installing, configuring, and supporting network equipment including routers, proxy servers, switches, WAN accelerators, DNS and DHCP
• Configuring firewalls, routing, and switching to maximize network efficiency and security
• Implementation, troubleshooting, and support of network infrastructure solutions
• Implementing test plans, migration plans, and delivery plans
• Prepare project documentation including network diagrams, configurations, and support procedures
• Provide systems administration and troubleshooting for client installations
• Understand Networking, Security and Information Solutions and the product lines associated with those solutions
• Advanced knowledge of network topologies including WAN

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of computer operations and systems
• Expertise in written and verbal communication skills
• Certifications including CISSP, CCNA, CCDE, CCAr, CCIE
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Keen attention to detail
• 3-5 years installing Routing/Switching Solutions
• Engineering experience with mid-sized to enterprise-sized customers is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline; equivalent experience acceptable
• Hands-on experience with the installation and troubleshooting of Cisco Networks, including Routing, Switching, and Wireless.
• Aptitude to adopt new technologies
• Ability to work on multiple projects in a rapid-paced environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proven incident and problem solving (troubleshooting) skills with an emphasis on timely resolution
• Experience with LAN, WAN, and wireless technologies including routing, switching, routing protocols, network hardware, network management, and network security
• Advanced problem-solving skills including working collaboratively with peer technical teams to analyze & resolve cross-platform problems or to develop problem-solving techniques, tools & instruction for new or complex technologies
• Business Knowledge - Strong understanding of how supported technologies are used in the business operations, consistently uses this knowledge effectively in daily support and handling unusual/critical issues
• Less than 50% travel required for this position
• Preferred qualifications
• Strong communication skills both oral and written
• Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong computer skills in Window products and must be able to learn new computer programs as required to perform job functions

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Programming

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Other Locations US-MO-Saint Louis, US-AZ-Phoenix, US-TX-Fort Worth, US-DC-Washington, US-TX-Houston, US-FL-Orlando, US-OH-Akron, US-MI-Detroit, US-GA-Atlanta, US-IL-Chicago

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 222242 Job Hire Type Experienced

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