Custom Computer Specialists

Managed IT services and cybersecurity

Junior Systems Engineer

Network Engineering & AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeHauppauge, NY, USA$70k - $85k

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or engineering, or equivalent experience.
A valid Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification is required.
At least three years of experience supporting enterprise network and systems infrastructure.
Hands-on experience administering Cisco Meraki networking solutions.
Experience with switching and routing technologies, wireless networking using 802.11 standards, VPN technologies, network security and firewall management, DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, VLANs, and subnetting.
Working knowledge of Python scripting for automation and reporting.
Experience using REST APIs and network automation tools.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong customer service skills and ability to work in a customer-facing environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with organization, decision-making, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills.

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, configure, maintain, and optimize 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.
Use the Cisco Meraki Dashboard for configuration, monitoring, reporting, and device management.
Develop and maintain Python automation scripts to streamline network administration and systems management tasks.
Support network automation initiatives using 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, supporting integration team leads, associate systems engineers, and systems engineers with implementations.
Troubleshoot desktop connectivity and network equipment, including routers, core switches, access-layer switches, and firewalls.
Make moderate and advanced (Level 2 and Level 3) equipment configuration adjustments for network and access control infrastructure, including port and configuration changes involving VLANs, Power over Ethernet, IP addressing, static and dynamic addressing, gateways, and DNS.
Use Python, Excel, Excel Wings, and Python Netmiko for automation, coding, and scripting.
Work directly with clients during deployments to meet or exceed client satisfaction.
Provide documented summaries of assignments, including client sign-off, punch lists, resolutions, and installation photos.
Report completed daily work clearly, in writing and verbally.
Complete assignments and defined deliverables in a timely, cost-effective, and efficient manner.
Identify process improvements, optimization opportunities, and automation ideas.
Follow companywide and departmental standard operating procedures, protocols, and rules.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist (CMSS) certification.
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.
Experience with Microsoft 365.
Knowledge of scripting.
Experience with network monitoring platforms.
Experience with cloud networking and hybrid environments.

We are a growing IT company; a great place to start and grow your career!

CCS is a leading technology consulting firm providing best in class solutions to our clients for over 45 years. Expressed simply in our tagline – Right People, Right Results, Right Careers! Our philosophy is, in fact, an obsession that drives our behavior, our culture and our work. It’s why we put tremendous emphasis on hiring individuals that embody the principles that align with our obsession. We continue to successfully provide network integration, support services, products solutions, and applications services to our valued clients in the northeast. Our focus is simple...our goal is to make technology easy and to help our clients use it as effectively as possible.

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.

SALARY $70,000 - $85,000

What You'll 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.

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification required.
3+ years of experience supporting enterprise network and systems infrastructure.
Hands-on experience administering Cisco Meraki networking solutions.
Experience with:
- Switching and routing technologies
- Wireless networking (802.11 standards)
- VPN technologies
- Network security and firewall management
- DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, VLANs, and subnetting
Working knowledge of Python scripting for automation and reporting.
Experience utilizing REST APIs and network automation tools.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist (CMSS).
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Experience with Microsoft 365
Knowledge of scripting.
Experience with network monitoring platforms.
Experience with cloud networking and hybrid environments)

The position is based in Hauppauge, NY

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CCS Offers:

Competitive salaries
Comprehensive benefits including:
- Medical and dental plans
- Company paid vision and short and long term disability plans
- Flexible spending programs including Healthcare, Dependent Care, Transit and Parking
- 401K with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Onsite fitness center (or gym membership reimbursement for client or satellite based employees)
- Company paid life Insurance
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Technical certification gift card rewards program

Come experience our unique culture and see how our “right people, right results” philosophy has led to our outstanding success! We are great place to start your IT career!

EEO Statement:

Custom Computer Specialists is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. To request a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position or to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, contact [email protected] or 631-864-6699.

About the Company

Custom Computer Specialists

Managed IT services and cybersecurity

Custom Computer Specialists (CCS) provides IT solutions and managed services for organizations in sectors like education and healthcare. It designs and implements technology systems, focusing on network design, data security, cloud services, communications, and ongoing managed support to keep clients' technology aligned with their strategic goals. CCS operates through a tailored, advisory approach, acting as a trusted partner rather than just a vendor, and has grown through acquisitions to broaden its capabilities and geographic reach in the Northeast. Compared with competitors, CCS differentiates itself with deep sector focus, a long-standing regional presence, and a broad set of services delivered by a large team after strategic investments. Its goal is to help clients optimize technology to support their missions while expanding its own footprint and capabilities in the Northeast.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Town of Smithtown, New York
Founded: 1979

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