Job Description
Join our dynamic IT team at Pacific Northwest Tech Solutions as a Senior Network Technician in the heart of Portland! We're seeking a skilled professional to design, implement, and maintain our robust network infrastructure. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.
As a key member of our operations team, you'll ensure our network systems run at peak performance while supporting our mission to deliver cutting-edge technology solutions to Pacific Northwest businesses.
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain Cisco routers, switches, and wireless access points
- Monitor network performance using SolarWinds and resolve outages within SLA
- Implement network security protocols including firewalls and VPNs
- Document network topologies and create disaster recovery plans
- Collaborate with cloud teams to optimize hybrid infrastructure
- Provide Tier-3 support for complex network issues
- Train junior technicians on best practices
Qualifications
- 5+ years of enterprise network administration experience
- CCNP or equivalent Cisco certification required
- Expert knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and VLANs
- Proficiency in VMware vSphere and Hyper-V
- Strong Linux/Windows Server administration skills
- Experience with SD-WAN solutions (Cisco Viptela preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field