Network (IP) Integration Engineer

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Job Summary

This position will be primarily responsible for the installation and maintenance of a variety of network components and their associated equipment, software and applications within the labs. He or she will be required to install, configure, and support multiple network devices in a variety of configurations.
This position is ineligible for visa sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

• Complete updates to LAB Visio network architecture diagrams, including OTN ASN.
• Finish technical documentation outlining all needed duties and processes when adding a new network device to the DT infrastructure. Radius, AAA, DNS, Visio, etc…
• Review and provide input to new technical requirements
• Ability to participate in defining overall approach and structure of lab designs
• Install, configure, and maintain test environment equipment.
• Configure and rework Radius, AAA, DSN, VTY Access list, etc. on all network equipment.
• Proactive identification and resolution of complex technical and operational issues
• Perform bug verification, development and testing on reported issues as needed
• Ability to engage with vendors to resolve equipment issues and identify future needs
• Provide a Bill of Material for equipment required to meet future requirements
• Provide reports on a weekly basis of all system design and maintenance activity
• Coordinate activities between departments to ensure uninterrupted business operation
• Travel between labs may be required.  Labs are currently located in PA and NJ.  The employee would be based in Downingtown, PA where 90% of employee’s work will take place

Technical Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of Outlook, MS Office programs etc.
• Knowledge of performance monitoring and configuration management tools
• Knowledge of IP address management tools such as IP-Control or IP-Plan
• Proficient (must have)in Cisco Switch/Router IOSs, including the physical equipment
• Fluent in Juniper and Arista IOS
• Install, configure, and maintain Cisco, Juniper, and Foundry IP network switches and routers
• Strong knowledge of IP networks and IP addressing (IPv4/IPv6) (sub-netting, broadcast, multi-cast)
• Experience working with Ethernet packet analyzers/sniffers such as Wireshark
• Knowledge of packet loss, crosstalk, BER, ISO model
• Experience with bandwidth analysis, trace routing, TCP/IP Protocol stack etc.
• Understanding of WANs, LANs, VLANs, VPNs and firewalls
• Experience with BGP/OSPF/SPT routing protocols and route policies/Class maps/ACL’s and prefix list
• Knowledge of multicast IGMPv2/IGMPv3/PIM and DSCP / traffic shaping and policing
• Knowledge of optical equipment and characteristics such as CWDM, DWDM, single mode, multi-mode, SFPs GBICs etc.
• Proficient working with Load Balancers
• Administering IP and/or server networks (DNS, TFTP, TOD, DHCP, NAT)
• Configure multicast video and data transport devices
• Working experience with Cable modems, eMTAs, and STBs
• Must be very detailed oriented and have a passion for accuracy and completeness
• Must have good communication skills, working in teams and as an individual contributor
• Ability to clearly and concisely describe problems in both written and oral forms and communicate both orally and in writing in a clear, professional and pleasant manner.
• Must be willing to accept additional assignments, and take the lead, and assist other team members as necessary
• Ability to work autonomously without close supervision or assistance
• Self-motivated with desire for continuous learning

Requirements

• Bachelors in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or equivalent job related experience/knowledge as determined by management
• Experience with cable TV or telecommunications industry is desired
• 5+ years experience in IT Infrastructure/Network group (not application help desk)
• 5+ years experience in CO, Headend and /or NOC environments
• Administering Cisco CNR or BACC a plus
• CCNP network certification a plus
• JUNOS network certification a plus

Skills

Arista Switches, Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Cisco IOS XR, Cisco IP, Junos OS, Routing Protocols

Compensation

This job can be performed in New Jersey with a Pay Range of $89,076.03 - $133,614.04

Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work.    Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus.  Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees.  We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most.  That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.

The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Computer and Information Science

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Certifications (if applicable)

Relevant Work Experience

5-7 Years

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