POSITION SUMMARY:
The Digital Architecture Consulting Engineer (CE) works as part of a team under the direction and guidance of the team lead. Assisting and working with senior level engineers, this individual will help with staging and prepping hardware for projects, as well as implementation. The range of technologies exposed in this position varies from security to route/switch, wireless and cloud. CEs have primarily responsibility for post-sale project execution and completion of project deliverables, and ongoing support engagements.
This position reports to the Manager of Digital Architecture

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- MAY INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED.
Deploy | Test: Layer-2, Layer 3: Switching, including spanning-tree, VSS, VPC, StackWise Virtual, and Meraki DashboardDeploy | Test: Access, Distribution, and Core Mesh ArchitecturesCurrent Product Experience with: Cisco ISR/ASR Routers, Cisco Catalyst Switches, Cisco Meraki SwitchesDeployment Level Knowledge and Experience with: Multicast, DMVPN, MPLS, iWAN, Performance Routing, RADIUS, AAA, DNS, DHCP, IPv4/6 Manager as well as Layer-1 cabling standardsEngages with Operations Center and Manufacturer Support Teams to resolve network failuresAssist with staging network devicesLabel devices for deploymentAssist in keeping staging area cleanJoin WebEx meetings to understand future workContribute to team successWork closely with Mentor/Project Manager to satisfy client needsLearn and understand best practice templates of AspireCreate inventory sheet by scanning in deviceProvide written documentation for Scope-of-Work (SoW), Professional Services Estimates (PSEs) and closure documentation related to engineering or consultative engagements

Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelors Degree in an Information Technology related major and/or
2-4 years experience in related technology
Routing-Switching
Solid understanding of Cisco Routing-Switching products, and validated designs
Current CCNA or similar

Preferred Education and Experience:

CCNP Certification
Effectively deliver low complexity projects with minimal to no supervision
Mentor and guide Associate Consulting Engineers (ACE)

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
Excellent interpersonal skills (develop and maintain strong working relationships with fellow team members, customers, and vendors)Strong work ethicStrong organizational skillsMust have experience in leading Cisco network deploymentPresent and communicate solutions to non-technical customersEngage with project management regarding project status, timelines, and escalationsEngage with Operations Center and Manufacturer Support Teams to resolve network failuresWork with limited to no technical supervisionPrioritize tasksMulti-task as necessaryAttentive and detail orientedProactive approach and excellent troubleshooting techniquesWillingness to learn new technologiesOccasional overtime/weekend work may be requiredWork with Cisco TAC EngineersAssist the Aspire NOC when tickets need to be escalatedAcquire additional certifications as required by AspireEager to learn and develop their skillsets in various technologiesThrive in a team environmentLearn quicklyMust have access to reliable transportation

TRAVEL:
Our client based is concentrated in NJ/NY/PA, but we do have clients up and down the Eastern Seaboard. Depending on your tasks, you may be required to go on-site.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job involve normal vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
Aspire strives to provide full time employees with a competitive and meaningful benefits package that includes:
401k with company match Medical with prescription drug coverage, dental and vision care; effective first day of the following month. Company paid Long Term Disability (LTD) Company paid Life & AD&D Federal Spending Account. Generous paid time off and holidays.

Aspire Technology Partners, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.