Senior Network Engineer

Rubicon Project is a leading technology company automating the buying and selling of advertising. Relentless in its efforts for innovation, Rubicon Project has engineered one of the largest real-time cloud and Big Data computing systems, processing trillions of transactions within milliseconds each month.

• Responsible for designing, engineering, administering, managing, analyzing and maintaining the successful and continued operation of the Rubicon Project corporate computer networks, including LANs, WAN, VPNs and remote access.
• Includes upgrades, installations and troubleshooting of networks and networking hardware devices, as well as connectivity of client and other computing resources to the network.
• Coordinating with vendors, providing network design leadership; assisting in identifying and building solutions. Testing new product features and functionality, providing deployment guidance to ensure that implementations are consistent with design specifications.
• Providing informal workshops to transfer knowledge to engineering staff.
• Applying industry best practices to the design, planning, and implementation of the network. Applying extensive industry experience to optimize network performance and proactively analyze potential enhancements.
• Evaluating technical specifications for interoperability.

Primary Work Performed:

• Either directly or through supervised staff, this position has the following responsibilities:
  • Provides high quality computer network expertise to the Information Technology department through leadership and guidance in the engineering and administration of the Rubicon Project corporate computer networks.
  • Establishes standards and best practices for configuring, administering and securing company routers, firewalls and other network devices.
  • Manages, monitors and maintains all of the Rubicon Project corporate computer networks and data circuits.
  • Provides network performance monitoring, reporting, evaluation and optimization using industry standard network management tools.
  • Proactively and assertively addresses issues as they arise. Advises management on networking requirements and problems and makes cost-effective recommendations.
  • Develops and documents procedures for managing the Rubicon Project corporate computing networks, including documentation of firewalls, network diagrams and the development and testing of business continuity plans.
  • Installs, configures and troubleshoots network hardware and firmware.
  • Serves as a Level 3 resource for resolving network-related problems, both during and after hours.
  • Coordinates with internal staff, vendors and consultants.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

• Bachelor’s degree in an information technology-related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience (5+ years).
• Current CCNA certification, CCNP certificate preferred
• Minimum of five years network administration experience in a multi-site organization including hands-on experience in each of the following: Cisco and Juniper network device configuration and management; routing protocols; VPN; firewall; Solarwinds; VLANs; VoIP; QoS.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills including physical layer, cross-connects, demarcation points and experience working with circuit providers.
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with various audiences.
• Ability to analyze and integrate information from relevant sources.
• Must be able to remain composed under stress and take responsibility for delivery on commitments.
• Must possess solid problem solving skills and ability to respond to changing circumstances and priorities in a focused manner
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment and assist with other departments.
• Dynamic and static IP Routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, PIM Multicast)
• LAN, WLAN and WAN circuits and protocols (TCP/IP, 802.11a/g/n, Access Lists, VLAN’s, MPLS, VPN)
• Strong understanding of wireless security (WPA/WPA2, PEAP, EAP-TLS, 802.1X)
• Expertise on latest Cisco and Juniper hardware and operating systems
• High availability protocols (HSRP, VRRP)
• Monitoring Tools (Solarwinds, Netflow/S-Flow, PRTG, Syslog, Cat Tools)
• Skilled at packet capture and analysis
• Expertise in interfacing with carriers to manage circuit delivery, troubleshooting and migration
• Understanding and familiarity with Change Management processes
• Additional requirements:**
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing to technical and non-technical audiences at all levels in the organization; develop procedural documentation; develop and conduct effective presentations; and effectively demonstrate products and solutions
• Self-driven and resourceful to achieve goals independently as well as work well in groups
• Candidate will possess a «can do» positive attitude and mesh well with others
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and flexibility while working on varyingly diverse projects and tasks
• Maintain a “professional” appearance.
• After-hour, weekend and on-call work is periodically required.
• Must be willing to travel when required