Network Engineer - Conferences (Fort Myers, FL)

Hiring near our US Center of Excellence in Fort Myers, FL

About Gartner IT :

Join a world-class team of skilled engineers who build creative digital solutions to support our colleagues and clients.

We make a broad organizational impact by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that power Gartner. Gartner IT values its culture of nonstop innovation, an outcome-driven approach to success, and the notion that great ideas can come from anyone on the team.

About this role :

The Network Engineer will develop and maintain functional and secure networks at Gartner’s Global Conferences. This individual will mentor a team of engineers to troubleshoot and optimize our networks for our conference clients and users.

This position provides support for the company infrastructure networks at our Global Conferences, and must ensure that all network services meet established service levels for coverage, reliability and speed throughout multiple venues.

They will also support all network inter-connecting infrastructure devices including wireless controllers, access points and Cisco Prime infrastructure, while maintaining proper documentation such as site surveys for all sites.

What you’ll do :

Design and deploy functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN)

Configure and install software, servers, routers and other network devices, automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness.

Monitor network performance and integrity, resolve issues tiers of support have escalated by troubleshooting cloud and local infrastructure

Participate in design, build, and test activities related to new Wi-Fi deployments, network upgrades, and technology / platform evaluations.

Work closely with peers and vendors on the overall network technical design documents and implementation Suggest improvements to network performance, capacity and scalability

Work with the security organization to assess exposure, identify mitigation plans, and ensure compliance with all relevant security configuration standards.

Maintain and access firmware releases and provide input to enterprise tracking, performance enhancements to Prime and WLC versions and documentation.

Generate report using CPI (WIFI Heat maps, Performance reports)

Available to attend flagship Symposiums and Summit Events Globally and remotely support other Events and onsite engineering teams globally (on call)

What you’ll need :

4-8 years of working knowledge and experience with CISCO Routing and Switching Platforms (IOS, IOS-XE)

4-8 years of working experience with enterprise wireless (preferred : Cisco)

Strong experience with Wireless LAN Controllers (preferred : Cisco)

Strong experience with deployment of Access Points (APs; indoor and outdoor)

Configuration, troubleshooting and support of DNS, DHCP

Strong Knowledge of CPI - Cisco Prime Infrastructure (ideal to have)

Deep understanding of WLAN technologies, network management, and security, including 802.11 g / n / ac standards and industry best practices.

Experience implementing high-density Wi-Fi solutions.

Fundamental knowledge of security protocols and authentication (WPA2, EAP-TLS, 802.1x, AAA) and hands-on experience with RADIUS infrastructure, exposure to (ClearPass, ISE)

Hands-on experience with troubleshooting and site-survey tools including Wireshark, Air Magnet, Ekahau Site Survey

Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, frequently changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment.

Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence across multiple teams.

Experience working in an agile environment.

Ability to work independently

Travel to our conference events will be required (60%+)

What you'll get :

Competitive compensation package

Ongoing membership and apprenticeship; Leadership courses, development programs, technical courses, certification opportunities and more!

20+ PTO days plus holidays and floating holidays in your first year

Extensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Hybrid environment with flexibility, remote work

Parental (Maternal and Paternity) leave

Gartner Gives Charity Match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Health and wellness related allowance programs

401k with corporate match

Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces diversity

Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities

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Who are we?

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE : IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.

Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective insight, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to more than 20,000 associates globally who support 15,000 client enterprises in 90 countries and territories.

We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference.

The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.

What makes Gartner a great place to work?

Our sustained success creates limitless opportunities for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. We have a vast, virtually untapped market potential ahead of us, providing you with an exciting trajectory long into the future.

How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.

Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.

We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results.

This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

What do we offer?

Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.

Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 69,600 USD - 96,750 USD.

Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.

In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan.

Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates.

We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.

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