Network Engineering Specialist
SitusAMC - Albany, NY
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At SitusAMC, we take pride in building a team of enthusiastic individuals committed to transforming our clients' businesses and advancing their own careers within the Real Estate Industry. If you align with our values of authenticity, advocacy, agility, ambition, and a global perspective with a local approach, we would love for you to join our team! Position: Contractor As a Network Engineering Specialist, you will be essential in enhancing our network infrastructure while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Your responsibilities will include: Testing and supporting new network hardware and configurations, while following Change Management procedures. Conducting expert-level diagnostics to improve network communications within our corporate systems. Providing assistance to the Network Engineering team as necessary. Troubleshooting network issues and offering technical assistance for hardware and software queries. Creating detailed network documentation to support our operations. Establishing new network connections for partner companies or new acquisitions based on specific needs. Collaborating with various teams to offer guidance on the tools utilized within the organization. Staying updated on technological advancements through training and relevant literature. Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of all corporate-owned hardware and software. Partnering with third-party vendors and ISP providers. Creating and maintaining up-to-date network diagrams for the organization. Managing network inventory in the Configuration Inventory Database. Performing equipment patching, upgrades, and office refreshes. Working closely with the Information Security team to ensure compliance with network security protocols. Communicating and collaborating effectively with colleagues both verbally and in writing. Organizing and prioritizing work assignments for efficient workload management. Applying ITIL best practices in network management. Participating in an on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support. Taking on additional tasks as assigned by your manager. Qualifications/Requirements: Associate degree in a related field or a combination of education and experience. A minimum of 6 years of relevant industry experience, including at least 1 year in a Senior Associate or equivalent role. Preferred experience in Network Operations and Design. Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems is a plus. Current certifications such as CCNA R&S, CCPN, or AWS Solutions Architect are preferred. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Strong understanding of Firewall, Router, and Switching principles. Proficient in Cisco ASA Firewalls, ISR Routers, Nexus and Catalyst Switches, Meraki MX, MS, and MR Equipment. Experience with HSRP and various Dynamic Routing protocols (BGP, EIGRP, OSPF). Extensive knowledge of route-based and policy-based IPsec VPNs and Remote Access VPN tunnels. Familiarity with monitoring tools like SolarWinds NPM/NCM and PRTG. Experience with Rancid, NPS servers, LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS, SCP, SNMP, SSH, DNS. Strong understanding of Wireless technology, including design, implementation, troubleshooting, and 802.1x protocols. Experience with MPLS, QOS, and Zone-Based Firewalls. Knowledge of Cisco Umbrella, AnyConnect, and WLAN controllers. Familiarity with AWS Cloud native services. Experience with multi-cloud and multi-vendor network connectivity. Understanding of Load Balancer technologies and principles. Strong troubleshooting skills in L2/L3 issues, including voice, speed, and fragmentation. Familiarity with integrating physical and virtual networking environments. Basic knowledge of Windows and Linux server administration. Self-motivated with an ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Able to comply with corporate policies regarding customer support. Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities. Detail-oriented and highly organized. Compensation: The annual base salary for this role ranges between $50,000.00 and $100,000.00, depending on education, experience, training, skills, geographic location, and market comparison. Additional benefits include PTO, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and a 401K plan. SitusAMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Created: 2026-03-04