Network Analyst

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship not available.Our client is seeking a Network Analyst in Atlanta, GA.Role DescriptionInteracts with others to resolve issues within a timely manner.Applies knowledge of network systems, applications, and network infrastructure to provide technical expertise for network infrastructure designs, expansions and configurations.Maintains 24 x 7 coverage and support, including on-call support, to assist with restoring service and maintaining agreed upon service levels.Installs, configures, maintains, and troubleshoots network services and devices.Interacts with customers to resolve network issues.Performs inspections and upgrades.Develops and maintains documentation.Has strong technical aptitude about troubleshooting and testing activities related to network services.Has the aptitude to perform troubleshooting, testing, scripting and coding. Assists with systems, provides support without direction, and support modifications/changes to configuration.Reports to the NOC Manager, or the Run or Build Manager of Network Services.Performs other duties as required.Skills & RequirementsA bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field, and three years of related IT experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:IP - Understanding of the OSI network model and the mechanics of the IP ProtocolEthernet - Understanding of the OSI network model and the mechanics of EthernetLayer 1 - Understanding of transmission mediaLinux/Unix shell/cli orientation or experienceExperience or exposure to Ethernet & IP protocol analyzers like Wireshark, tcpdump, etcGeneral understanding of IT security challenges as they relate to data networkingAwareness of network monitoring protocols and their useAbility to display an aptitude for learning and a troubleshooting, and debugging mindsetPractical knowledge of DHCP in operational environmentsUnderstanding of DNS requests and the types of available records needed to meet user needsExperience with incident management systems to track and manage workflowUnderstanding of Service Management practices in an operational settingWillingness to learn new technologies and maintain industry knowledgeUnderstanding of the importance of diligence in documentation in an operations settingBenefits/Other Compensation:Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401K.Why Hays?You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.Nervous about an upcoming interview? Unsure how to write a new resume?Visit the Hays Career Advice section to learn top tips to help you stand out from the crowd when job hunting.Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.We also believe that actions speak louder than words.In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.#LI-DNI#1164916 - Ksenia Salgado