Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, Management Information Systems (MIS), or Computer Information Systems (CIS) from an accredited four-year institution.
Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university preferred; and minimum two years related progressive experience in a network engineering role required.
Previous working background in an MSO (Multiple System Operators) in the cable industry preferred.
Technical Experience
Linux Administration: 6+ years hands-on experience managing CentOS or RHEL environments.
Automation & Scripting: Proficiency with Shell, Python, Perl, Docker, and/or Ansible for system automation and orchestration.
Network Engineering: 4+ years designing, deploying, and operating high-availability corporate and telecommunications networks.
Network Skills: Demonstrated expertise in advanced troubleshooting and in applying industry-standard network-security best practices.
Preferred Certifications
CCIE — Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert
CISSP — Certified Information Systems Security Professional
RHCSA — Red Hat Certified System Administrator
RHCE — Red Hat Certified Engineer
CCSE — Check Point Certified Security Expert
NSE 7+ — Fortinet Network Security Expert (level 7 or higher)
F5-CTS — F5 Certified Technology Specialist
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA)
Associate-level networking certification required.
Professional-level networking certification preferred.