Job Description
What we are looking for Senior Network Engineer/Data Center Lead Why this job is important to us We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced network engineer to oversee the operations of our data center in Burlington, MA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network technologies and data center management. Working with IT Leadership, this is a key position as your focus will be designing and implementing the architectural standards for the entire business.
Key Responsibilities: - Manage and maintain the day-to-day operations of the data center, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.
- Lead the installation, configuration, and maintenance of network equipment, including Palo Alto firewalls and Extreme Networks switches.
- Implement and manage the latest Extreme NAC and WIFI solutions to ensure secure and efficient network access.
- Oversee our monitoring system to ensure optimal network performance and guide junior engineers to fine tune the system.
- Work with ISPs to implement and upgrade data circuits.
- Have an understanding of power requirements and high availability power systems
- Develop and enforce data center policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- Coordinate with IT teams to plan and execute data center projects, including upgrades, migrations, and expansions.
- Ensure the security and integrity of data center infrastructure through regular audits and vulnerability assessments.
- Manage vendor relationships and service contracts to ensure timely support and maintenance of data center equipment.
- Provide leadership and guidance to data center staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience in data center management and network administration.
- Expertise in Extreme Networks ecosystem: switching, NAC, and WIFI. This is a core requirement for the candidate to be successful. Applicants with Extreme Networks experience will receive higher consideration.
- Understanding of firewalls: Palo Alto, Juniper. Panorama skills are a plus. Site to Site VPN and circuit installation.
- Strong understanding of network concepts, including DNS, DHCP, and common routing protocols.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment, with 3 days a week on-site in Burlington, MA.
Preferred Qualifications: - Relevant certifications such as Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), Extreme Networks certifications, or similar.
- Experience with data center automation and monitoring tools.
- Knowledge of ITIL best practices and experience in implementing them.
About State Street What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investments research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity, and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experience and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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Salary Range: $80,000 - $132,500 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
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