Network Engineer Job Listing at Paycom in Oklahoma City, OK (Job ID 501326)

Description

Designs, implements, and maintains core campus and datacenter network infrastructure, including hardware, software, and licensing. Ensures optimal network performance, security, and reliability while assisting in the design and implementation of future projects and upgrades. Provides mentorship to team members, supports business initiatives with networking expertise, and ensures accurate documentation of network configuration and topology. Continuously explores opportunities to improve efficiency, adopt automation, and implement industry best practices.

Responsibilities

Network Maintenance & Operations
•    Establish and maintain networking environment by configuring systems, directing installations, and adhering to standards. 
•    Design and implement complex network solutions for new sites, relocations, upgrades, expansions, and disaster recovery setups. 
•    Troubleshoot network performance issues related to availability, utilization, throughput, and latency. 
•    Apply networking best practices and stay current with industry standards and vendor roadmaps. 
•    Utilize automation tools to streamline network operations and determine safe automation opportunities. 
•    Define and enforce network policies and procedures. 
•    Manage and configure core network disaster recovery, including procedural documentation and testing. 
•    Administer DHCP and DNS configuration, setup, and maintenance. 
•    Configure and support load balancing solutions, including F5 LTM and global load balancing. 
•    Secure network by implementing access controls, monitoring, and evaluation methods. 
•    Perform monitoring, analysis, and tuning of network performance. 
•    Collaborate with vendors to test, deploy, and evaluate new technologies and enhancements. 
•    Participate in disaster recovery planning, development, and exercises. 
•    Provide technical training and documentation for users and peers.

Fiscal & Strategic Responsibility
•    Contribute to budget planning and monitor expenses related to network operations. 
•    Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of services. 
•    Act as a subject matter expert to management, recommending new technical solutions to support business needs.

Documentation & Training
•    Maintain detailed documentation of duties, network configurations, and issue resolutions. 
•    Lead or assist in documenting network architecture, applications, and resources. 
•    Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and policies. 
•    Mentor and guide junior staff, supporting professional and technical development.

Professional Development
•    Stay current with emerging network technologies, automation practices, and industry best practices. 
•    Participate in training, professional organizations, and continued study. 
•    Apply knowledge of software-defined networking, network automation, and security integration.

General & Miscellaneous
•    Maintain confidentiality and protect organizational data and systems. 
•    Attend meetings and participate on committees as required. 
•    Ensure reliable attendance and flexibility for after-hours support as needed. 
•    Provide direction and recommendations to business units regarding network impact of initiatives. 
•    Perform other duties and special assignments as required.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree required (in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred)
• Cisco CCNA: Routing & Switching strongly preferred
• Cisco CCNP Routing & Switching strongly preferred.

Experience

• 6+ years of hands-on experience in network administration and support

Knowledge of: 
•    LAN/WAN technologies including TCP/IP, MPLS, VPN, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, and NAT. 
•    Network performance tuning tools and protocols (e.g., SNMP, NetFlow, IP SLA). 
•    Cisco IOS and NXOS platforms. Cisco Datacenter technologies (Nexus 7K/9K/5K, UCS, vPC, FEX). 
•    Cisco Routed Campus technologies (Catalyst 9500/9300 series). 
•    Layer 3 Access configuration and maintenance. 
•    F5 LTM configuration and administration, including Virtual Servers, Nodes, Pools, iRules, HA, App Delivery, and Logging. 
•    Global load balancing solutions. 
•    Network automation and scripting (Python/Ansible preferred). 
•    Network backup and archive procedures. 
•    Software Defined Networking (SDN), VMware NSX, and Cisco ACI. 
•    Network Access Control (NAC) and 802.1x. 
•    Cisco Stealthwatch and other monitoring/analysis tools. 
•    DHCP and DNS configuration, management, and troubleshooting. 
•    Disaster recovery planning and implementation. 
•    Emerging networking technologies and trends.

Skills & Abilities
•    Evaluate critical systems, prioritize workflows, and determine effective solutions. 
•    Design and implement network configurations with minimal supervision. 
•    Exceptional troubleshooting skills across complex environments. 
•    Apply creativity and innovation to solve networking challenges. 
•    Communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms. 
•    Interpret and apply relevant laws, regulations, and policies. 
•    Provide technical assistance and mentorship to colleagues. 
•    Build and maintain strong working relationships across teams. 
•    Work independently or collaboratively, including flexible hours (evenings/weekends). 
•    Sit and work at a computer terminal for extended periods.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  The employee must be physically fit with the ability to stand on ladders for extended period of times.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus

WORK ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  
No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.  (Such as in a typical office).
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.