IP Engineer I

Mediacom Communications is a leading provider of internet and communication services across the United States. The IP Engineer I will work as part of the IP Operations team to implement transport capacity solutions and provide technical support for various IP technologies and networks. Responsibilities Provide implementation for all company managed IP networks and all applications of IP Technologies Maintain and update engineering records of the network including network maps, databases, optical schematics, and wavelength plans Provide technical support to NOC and other technical operations groups to resolve open IP Operations related tickets and issues Provide technical support and technical expertise concerning the operation of the IP Routers, Switches, SONET and Optical Transport networks Provide technical support to Equipment Installers and Network Testers as required Implement new network builds or augmentations which include all aspects of Layer 1 thru Layer 4 IP services delivery Provide technical support to sales and sales engineering associates when required Understand technical issues and the implications on the business and be able to communicate them with other operating departments within the business Develop, provide and maintain positive communication with vendors for diagnosing and rectifying problems Maintain positive relationships with customers and employees Perform ongoing online maintenance and diagnostics to network Perform other duties as requested by supervisor Skills Associate's degree in computer science, Networking, or equivalent experience Technical school, military training or equivalent work experience Ability to learn new software, troubleshoot digital data and voice networks Some Cisco experience required 1 – 3 years experience with a carrier or a carrier network vendor; transmission product technology knowledge (NORTEL S/DMS preferred); TDM and circuit switched network experience Working knowledge of layer 2 and layer 3 switching and routing protocols: i.e. MPLS, OSPF, VPN, VLAN, DNS, DHCP, etc Working knowledge of IP Address administration and domain management Working knowledge of transport protocols i.e. ATM, Frame Relay, SONET, or Ethernet Cisco CCNA or equivalent a plus Optical transport knowledge a plus; including the following: specifications of different optical fiber types, optical loss budgets, dispersion compensation, DWDM technologies Telecom equipment installations experience a plus Benefits Health, vision, and dental insurance! Paid vacation, holidays and flex paid time off! 401K with generous company match! Employee discounts on Mediacom services, where available. In areas where Mediacom services are not available, a reimbursement of internet/cable services are provided! Education Enrichment up to $5,000 per year for qualified employees! Employee Wellness Program! Company Overview Mediacom Communications Corporation operates as a cable television company in the United States. It was founded in 1995, and is headquartered in Middletown, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Mediacom Communications has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.