IP Ops Engineer I

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Job Summary
A qualified candidate will be self-motivated and able to be productive with minimal supervision. The candidate must be willing to work on multiple parallel projects with rapidly changing priorities and provide reports and updates as needed. The position will assure the overall performance of the Optimum network relative to established standards.
Responsibilities

• Performs selection, command line interface configuration, installation of switches, routers, optical transceivers, fiber jumpers, and fiber patch panels at various data centers and customer premises to ensure reliability and scaled expansion of the Altice USA network.
• Supports deployments of new IP services, systems, applications, and architectures by completing installation, configuration, testing, and documentation tasks.
• Partners with change management for impact identification, network validation, MOP creation and execution of activities.
• Facilitates communications with employees and other departments by holding or attending meetings, preparing reports, and participating on tasks forces.
• Develops and executes detailed network designs and specifications for support of Optimum's fiber-based business services.
• Assist in the adherence to customer master service agreements and service level agreements and goals.
• Tests and validates functionality, management, and performance of voice, and data service activations supported by metro IP architectures.
• Participates in a 24/7 on call support in order to restore impaired services.
• Occasionally perform work overnight during scheduled maintenance windows.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience working in: IP engineering - developing, authoring, and maintaining detailed network designs - troubleshooting and diagnostics experience - demonstrated problem solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Excellent collaborative skills to work effectively with teams throughout organization.
• In depth knowledge of the following protocols and Ethernet Technologies required: TCP, UDP, OSPF, VLANs, 802.1Q (VLAN tagging), SNMP, IPv4 and IPv6 subnetting.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to use small hand tools, power tools, and test equipment.
• Must be able to drive a company vehicle, and lift objects up to 50 Lbs.
• Preferred: BS/BA degree in related discipline (i.e., Engineering, Computer Science, or similar technical degree) and/or Cisco Certified Network Associate certification preferred.

At Optimum, we're fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem-solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top-quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.
If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, we'll shape the future of connectivity.
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