Sr. Network Engineer

The Sr. Network Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining network communications and equipment. This role will maintain all aspects of LAN/WAN, VoIP, and firewall systems to help design, support, and install internal and external networks. The Sr. Network Engineer tests and evaluates network systems and platforms to eliminate problems and make system improvements. In this role, you will provide day-to-day support on Voice-over-IP (VoIP) enabled infrastructure, Circuits (provision and maintaining), Firewalls, and Load Balancers and work closely with systems engineers to provide network support for server and virtualization platforms. The Sr. Network Engineer monitors the performance of the LAN & WAN and performs Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for network outages. A successful candidate is familiar with security concepts applying to the Network.

• Recommend information technology strategies, policies, and procedures by evaluating organization outcomes, identifying problems, evaluating trends, and anticipating requirements.
• Direct technological research by studying the organization’s goals, strategies, practices, and user projects.
• Ensure correct software & hardware management – propose and implement system enhancements; plan, test, implement operating system upgrades; install OS, maintenance releases, critical fixes, and service packs; assist with application upgrades and installations.
• Oversee the general operation of subgroup requirements related to system design, including the operating system, for the following environment servers: Terminal, Citrix, Web – IIS, File, Print, DNS, DHCP, McAfee, WUS, NT Backup Exec, and other applications.
• Engineer 3rd level support for operations and office IT personnel on server hardware, printer, and network-related issues.
• Monitor Network interfaces – LAN/WAN interfaces; troubleshoot QoS and TCP/IP issues on servers; DNS and DHCP configuration and troubleshooting.
• Manage Global Data Center facilities.
• Manage IT Infrastructure planning, support, and execution for all Corporate and Shared Services IT Infrastructure implementations.
• Preserve assets by implementing disaster recovery, data backup procedures, and information governance control structures.
• Create, track, and manage an Expense and Captial budget for ongoing results.
• Ensure that all solutions are engineered to follow defined and approved policies, procedures, and compliance requirements directed by Senior IT management.
• Define, create, and deliver documentation – hardware/software configurations, change control, downtime/availability, problem/resolution, procedures, resource usage, etc.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and participating in professional societies.
• Promote a culture of education and cross-training within the IT organization.
• Set clear expectations and create accountability for the team.
• Work with project managers and staff to effectively prioritize and forecast work for the Engineering team.
• Support a 24/7/365 fast-paced and rapidly evolving environment.
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (e.g., emergencies change in workload, rush jobs, or technical developments).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in IT computer software/computer systems engineering.
• 7-10 years experience.
• Minimum 5 years of technical hands-on experience as a Network Engineer.
• Expert level of competence is required in most of the areas listed below:
• A CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) certification is required.
• All Networking topologies (Ethernet, Sonet, SRP, POS, etc.).
• Switching and configuration options (VLANS, HSRP, NSSA, DHCP, PBR, VPNs, NAT, etc.).
• Internet applications and their protocols (TCP, UDP, peer-to-peer type apps, mail, news, web surfing, SNMP, etc.).
• Multicast (PIM, IGMPv2, and v3 Auto-RP).
• Advanced Experience with NMS solutions to support the Network and host devices.
• Ability to work well under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a large business environment with a sense of urgency.
• Must be able to travel with a valid passport.
• Previous Airline experience would be a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment on large or complex projects required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player, ability to work well with all levels.
• Driven, able to meet deadline requirements and project deliverables.
• Self-motivated.

*Please be advised that you will be asked to complete a required assessment to be considered for this position. This assessment will be emailed to you after you apply. Please be sure to check your Spam folder and/or junk mail if you do not receive it. *

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to our team members including medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, travel benefits and much more. We strive to maintain a professional, yet friendly environment and promote professional and career development for our Team Members.

Overview

At Spirit Airlines, our mission is to deliver the best value in the sky and be the most successful airline on Earth! We are leaders in providing customizable travel options and make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before by serving destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean! Imagine making your mark on an organization introducing 100’s of new aircraft that will double our fleet!

• Fly With A Winner: Our constant growth and improvement mean boundless career opportunities. Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success.
• The Giving Spirit: We are committed to inspiring positive change in the cities where we work and live. That starts with giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and The Spirit Airlines Charitable Foundation.
• Be Yourself: We want Team Members to feel empowered to bring their whole self to work and contribute to our success – that’s why we’re committed to building progress in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our Spirit Family is strong, not despite our differences, but because of them.
• Travel The World: We offer competitive base salaries with robust health & welfare benefits, including travel & flight benefits for you and your family.

EEOC Statement

Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Req ID: 5445