Network Support Engineer

CTG is currently recruiting for a Network Support Engineer who will be responsible for managing the day to day break/fix events on our clients global IP network. This is a NOC position for the IP backbone. All faults on the backbone are routed to the NOC for immediate analysis and resolution.Qualified candidates must have an operations/networking background combined with creative and independent thinking. This includes the ability to analyze complex circuit/networking issues and routing problems, an extensive knowledge in network design and maintenance, and an overall understanding of the IP transport principles. Also required are strong understanding of all emerging technologies and network security policies and standards.Candidates applying for this position will need to possess a very broad technical knowledge and understanding of large scale, LAN/WAN networks. An advance understanding of OSI layer 3 with focus on OSPF, BGP, MPLS, LDP and Multicast is required. In addition to Layer 3 the candidate must have extensive knowledge of Layers 1 and 2 of the OSI model. They must have experience in working on circuits from T1 up to OC768. A solid background in digital/SONET facilities provisioning and troubleshooting is also required. The candidate must have extensive experience working on Cisco platforms including 6500, 7500, 12000, and CRS. Also must have a CCNA certification.If you have the experience our client is looking for ( or know someone who does) please provide us a Word attachment of your resume, indicate your salary requirements, availability and means by which you are eligible to work in the US. Please no C2C or 3rd parties !!