Junior Systems Engineer

Custom Computer Specialists, Hauppauge, NY

The role

We are seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer with strong experience in Cisco Meraki environments, a valid CCNA certification, and working knowledge of Python scripting and network automation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, support, and optimization of network and systems infrastructure while leveraging automation to improve operational efficiency

Work Schedule

The standard work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Employees are expected to maintain a flexible work schedule and may occasionally be required to work adjusted hours based on project timelines, deployment schedules, client requirements, or other business and operational needs. Responsibilities may include staging and configuration in the configuration center, distribution and other project initiatives based at HQ. During school district breaks, as required to support business and project needs, the work schedule will remain Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and report to HQ.

Posted pay

$70K–$85K

a year

Compared with similar jobs

This base pay is below the median for entry-level infrastructure, platform and SRE jobs in other US places.

Median: $105K a year
Other jobs in the group: 40

We compare the middle of each posted range. This is base pay as posted. The group does not include this job.

Location

Hauppauge, NY

Work type

Not given

Level

Entry level

Experience

3+ years

Skills in the job text

Posted

7 days ago

Last check

6 h ago

Job type

Infra, platform & SRE

The role

Work Schedule

What you will do

Design, deploy, configure, and maintain Cisco Meraki network infrastructure including switches, wireless access points, security appliances, and SD-WAN solutions.
Monitor and troubleshoot network performance, connectivity, and security issues.
Manage and maintain enterprise LAN/WAN, wireless, and VPN environments.
Configure and support VLANs, routing protocols, DHCP, DNS, NAT, and firewall policies.
Utilize the Cisco Meraki Dashboard for configuration, monitoring, reporting, and device management.
Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python to streamline network administration and system management tasks.
Support network automation initiatives through APIs, scripting, and configuration management tools.
Perform system upgrades, firmware updates, backups, and disaster recovery procedures.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on infrastructure projects and technology deployments.
Document network diagrams, operating procedures, and technical standards.
Provide Tier III technical support and assist in incident resolution.
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies and industry best practices.
Integrate and deploy networking, access control and voice equipment:
Support integration team leads/ASEs/SEs on the implementation of network, access control and voice integrations.
Troubleshooting and Resolution in areas of:
Desktop Connectivity Troubleshooting
Network equipment (routers, core switches, access layer switches, firewalls)
Perform Moderate/Advanced technical adjustments (Level 2, 3) to equipment configuration of network and access control equipment/infrastructure, port/configuration changes (VLANs, PoE, IP Addressing, Static/Dynamic, Gateway, DNS, etc.)
Automation, Coding and Scripting (Python, Excel, Excel Wings, Python Netmiko.
Work directly with Clients during deployments to meet or exceed client satisfaction.
Provide documented summations of work assignments including client sign off, punch lists and resolutions, installation photos.
Provide clean and concise reporting of completed daily work (written and verbal).
Expected to complete assignments and defined deliverables in a timely manner in the most cost effective and efficient manner
Genuine interest and continuous outlook for potential process improvements, optimization and ideas for automation.
Adhere to companywide and departmental standard operating procedures and protocols and rules
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Key Competencies:
Maintain excellent customer service skills and be customer facing with appropriate dress code.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Expected to excel in organization, decision making and time management.
Expected to work independently and/or part of a team.
Maintain high attention to detail and highest quality of work in all assignments and projects.

Junior Systems Engineer

The role

Junior Systems Engineer

The role

What you will do

What you need

Nice to have

CCS Offers

About Custom Computer Specialists

Similar jobs at other companies

Systems Engineer 3 - Cisco/Juniper/Arista/Windows/Linux/Kubernetes/Security

Systems Engineer

Senior Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer

Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer

Custom Computer Specialists

Compared with similar jobs