Network Planning Analyst plans, designs, evaluates, and optimizes network systems. Analyzes a network's performance in metrics like effectiveness, efficiency, or security and identifies areas for improvement. Being a Network Planning Analyst designs solutions to improve this performance. Communicates and collaborates with other organizational teams to understand how a network operates and fits in with organizational systems and objectives. Additionally, Network Planning Analyst develops, updates, and maintains network documentation including diagrams, policies, and procedures. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a project leader or manager. The Network Planning Analyst work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Network Planning Analyst typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Network Analyst
Kansas City MO.
1 Year contract
Receive, store, audit, configure, test, package, ship and validate once installed.
Follow established procedures to service and support networking hardware.
The Network Analyst will:
Cable patching and equipment racking duties as required within the local site
Follow ITIL model for any changes required to network devices
Use hardware and software knowledge to ensure solutions integrate well into existing environment
Work with 2nd and 3rd level teams to ensure documentation is accurate
Use project-planning skills to complete assigned tasks on time and on budget
Some overtime (outside regular scheduled shifts) may be required
Competencies:
Experience in supporting network devices
Knowledge of TCP/IP and related protocols
Knowledge of LAN / WAN technologies/platforms - - routers / switches / analyzers / routing protocols / network management
Knowledge of DNS / DHCP
Knowledge of Load Balancing, content filtering, VPN gateways, Firewalls
Knowledge of testing and troubleshooting methodologies
Ability to work with a minimum of supervision
Knowledge of network security principles
Excellent verbal and written communication
Good project and time management skills
Good practitioner of incident management, problem management and change management processes
Demonstrated influencing and negotiating skills
Demonstrated team player
Positive attitude
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.