Senior Network Engineer | Cologix, Inc.

About our Company:
Based in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is North America’s leading network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company. Our platform gives customers access to 40+ digital edge and ScalelogixSM hyperscale edge data centers in 11 markets across the United States and Canada along with a carrier-dense ecosystem of 700+ networks, 360+ cloud providers, 30+ onramps and six Internet exchanges. We provide our nearly 2,000 customers with direct access to our local operations teams, resulting in strong partnerships enabled by exceptional operational support and unparalleled customer service. Backed by one of the largest North American infrastructure funds, Cologix’s experienced leadership team, certified staff and commitment to ESG initiatives help form a culture that values our people, our environment and our clients.
About the Position:
As a Sr. Network Engineer with Cologix you will be responsible for assist in the engineering, design, and maintain a large datacenter network.
What you do daily:
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Evaluate and maintain traffic flows across transit and backbone links</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Tier III support for network related problems</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Troubleshooting of backbone network</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Evaluate new technologies as needed</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Responding to trouble tickets and customer calls that are escalated</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Hardware installations of network infrastructure</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Turn up of high touch customer deployments</li>
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What makes you a good fit: (Qualifications)
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Minimum 4-8 years’ experience as network engineer</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Excellent oral and written communications skills and a strong customer service mentality</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Strong analytical and effective problem solving skills.</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Manage assigned tasks and projects with little supervision.</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Quick learner who can adapt to changing requirements</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Proven experience working in a team-based environment</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Self-starter who possesses good time management skills</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Diplomatic, positive approach to interacting with employees</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Must be punctual, reliable, flexible and willing to work additional hours when necessary to meet the demands of the department</li>
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Strong Understanding of the following technologies and platforms: 
Required:
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Firewalls: Cisco ASA, Juniper SRX, and Sophos</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Load balancers -Unix platforms</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">MPLS/EVPN/VXLAN/OTV/L3VPN</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Core routing experience</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Strong understanding of routing protocols: eBGP, iBGP, ISIS, OSPF, and EIGRP</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Strong Layer2/Layer3 background</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Windows, Linux, and MAC Operating Systems</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Enterprise Server Configuration (Dell, HP, Supermicro)</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">VPN Configuration</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Private Cloud Configuration and Installation</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">VMware Essentials</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Alarm Monitoring
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Cyber SecurityVPN Configuration</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Private Cloud Configuration and Installation (vCloud Director)</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">VMware Essentials</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Physical Racking and Cabling of Enterprise Devices</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Alarm Monitoring</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Ticketing System Use</li>
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Preferred:
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Optical Engineering</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Virtualization: VMWare, Openstack, KVM, Puppet, Chef</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Scripting: Python, Perl, PHP, and shell preferred</li>
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Preferred Qualifications:
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">CCNA – Cisco Certified Network Associate</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">CCNP – Cisco Certified Network Professional</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">JNCIA – Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate</li>
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Benefits:
We offer a competitive benefit package for full-time employees that includes:
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Medical, dental and vision insurance</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Flexible spending account options</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Non-accrued PTO</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Company paid holidays</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">401k Retirement Plan</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Short- and Long-Term Disability</li>
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Individual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience. This position will also be eligible for an annual bonus.
Salary Range
$120,000—$140,000 USD
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Cologix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at recruiting@cologix.com or call 720-940-2551.
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Cologix’ data centers are ISO 27001:2013 certified. ISO 27001:2013 certification and the Cologix portfolio of information security, information privacy and other industry recognized certifications represents our dedication to insuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of company and customer information systems and assets. At Cologix, information security is everyone’s responsibility. Cologix employees are responsible for:
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Understanding and following Cologix’ information security, cybersecurity and privacy policies, procedures and standards.</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Ensuring conformance to all information security, cybersecurity and privacy policies, procedures, and standards.</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Remaining vigilant and reporting any suspicious activity or possible vulnerabilities, weaknesses, threats, or breaches in Cologix information security to company information security and privacy officers.</li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2">Actively participating in Cologix’ efforts to maintain and improve information security.</li>
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Senior Network Engineer | Cologix, Inc. | Remote (United States)

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