Associate IT Network Engineer

Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking an IT Associate Network Engineer. The Associate Network Engineer will oversee the continued support and optimization of network services for (LAN/WAN, routers, switches, wireless, data circuits, firewalls, and security).

Summary of Responsibilities

• The Associate Network Engineer will understand and participate in safety related topics and actions and follow the established safety practices of both plant based and IT related safety.
• The Associate Network Engineer will provide base support (Break-Fix-Moves-Adds-Changes) and coordinate/participate in the design-installation of the Network Infrastructure projects. This will include directing the local MTE/ET resources for proper cabling/terminations, enclosure/patch panel and rack mounting.
• This position requires lifting and installation of network infrastructure equipment (access points, routers, switches, and UPSs) in offices and on the plant floor.
• The Associate Network Engineer will design, configure, coordinate, and participate in the installation of all network infrastructure equipment (access points, routers, switches, voice gateways, etc.).
• Associate Network Engineer will be involved in and assist in the deployment of firewalls and various security-based monitoring appliances and tools.
• Maintain and improve the standards within the monitoring tool sets utilizing best practices. This includes configuration of the tools, report development, and configuration changes to various network infrastructure equipment (access points, routers, and switches) using the tools.
• Create and maintain documentation as it relates to monitoring configuration, mapping, processes, and change records.
• The Associate Network Engineer will provide support for network management tools (Network Node Manager (NNMi), PRTG, Splunk, and SolarWinds).
• The Associate Network Engineer will be required to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as needed in some locations within the plant. This typically includes Safety glasses, hard hat, steel toed-metatarsal shoes, and long sleeve shirts. Some locations require specialized clothing (fire retardant and/or arc proof) clothes and/or use of gas monitors.
• Travel to other Cliffs locations as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum, two years' experience with Ethernet LAN (Local area Network) topologies.
• Minimum two years' experience with TCP/IP protocol.
• Experience with Cisco wireless access points, routers, and switches.
• Experience with Microsoft Visio.
• Strong analytical capabilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new technology quickly.
• Ability to plan and set direction.
• Demonstrated teamwork/interpersonal skills.
• Project management, planning and Leadership skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with network monitoring tools (IE SolarWinds)
• Experience with PC applications including Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 years BS Computer Network Engineering
• Proficient at configuring Cisco routers and switches. Includes development and implementation of features that optimize network communications.
• Development of SOW (Statement of Work) for network tool projects.
• Proficient using Microsoft Visio to create network drawings.
• Experience setting up and configuring HP Node Manager, PRTG, Splunk, and SolarWinds network management tools.
• Experience configuring router ACLs and logging.
• Experience with firewalls and other security appliances/tools.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail tocareers@clevelandcliffs.comor call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.