Network Engineer III

RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned

• Troubleshoot & support networking concepts and protocols such as: BGP, OSPF, VLAN/PVLAN, STP, HSRP/VRRP, IP sub - netting, and routing while increasing your understanding of a wider set of protocols and advanced technologies
• C onfigure, test and troublesh oot on platforms like ASR 9000, Nexus 7000 - Nexus 9000s
• Engineer and test DDOS and traffic mitigation techniques and solutions
• Troubleshoot DWDM optical network solutions
• Demonstrate current industry knowledge as it pertains to the following; Management o f peering/IX/NAP issues, a proficient level of understanding in contemporary network architectures, networking security protocols/procedures, and network scaling/capacity issues
• Work with Cisco r outing and switching platforms like Catalyst 6500/7600, ASR 9000, Nexus
• Manage assigned tickets to ensure SLA compl iance and customer satisfaction
• T roubleshoot network port configuration issues
• Understand prefix and access lists, r ead and comprehend traceroutes
• Cr eate A, C, and MX records using b asic knowledge of DNS
• Configure site - to - site and client- to- site VPN s
• Maintain/troubleshoot VPN's and ability to check Phase 1 and Phase 2
• Triage and escalate tickets according to QTS policy
• Conduct firewall rule change s
• Work with the 24x7x365 Operations Service Center and be flexible in availability as needed

Basic Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering or other related field or equivalent professional experience
• Seven or more years of progressive IT engineering experience
• Five or more years of professional network engineering experience
• Advanced proficiency with at least two of the following protocols: BGP, OSPF, HSRP, EIGRP, MPLS
• Solid understanding of anti - DDoS and IPS/IDS solutio ns
• CCNA certification (or equivalent)
• US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contracts

Preferred Qualifications

• CCNP or JCNP (Juniper) certification
• Two or more years of experience with a Service provider, preferably in a Data Center environment
• Advanced ability with route optimization software automation policies and monitoring
• Advanced ability to configure site - to - site and client - to - site VPNs from scratch
• Advanced ability to perform code upgrades and vulnerability management
• Advanced knowledge with network device HA configurations
• E xperience working with network security components such as firewalls, VPNs, load balancers, IPS/IDS
• Advanced skill level with Cisco iOS, iOS - XR, and/or Nexus OS (NX - OS)
• Hands on experience configuring, testing, troubleshooting on Cisco routing, switching, and securi ty platforms like Cisco Catalyst 6500/7600, Nexus 9000/7000, and ASR 9000

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication skills. Ability to convey techn ical requirements and concepts to technical and non - technical clients and corporate audience
• Exc ellent written and oral communications, problem solving and process management skills
• Ability to work well within a team environment in a matrixed organization
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization

Total Rewards

This role is also eligible for a competitive bene ts package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; exible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company bene ts.

This position is Bonus eligible.

In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
• Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
• 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
• Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
• Parental Leave
• Military Benefits Package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here

• Know Your Rights (English)
• Know Your Rights (Spanish)