Netops IT Product Specialist, Network Monitoring

Job title: Netops IT Product Specialist, Network Monitoring in Oakland, CA at Kforce Company: Kforce Job description: Kforce's notable Northern Californian Utility Client is looking for a Netops IT Product Specialist, Network Monitoring to come on board and provide them hands on support with their Broadcom Module. This is a 6-month Contract to start. The role is 100% Remote, working PST hours. Duties/Day to Day:

• Overview Installation and Configuration of network monitoring tools
• Administration - Monitor the general health of the system
• Meet with network system owners for new monitoring requirements
• Provision monitoring for network devices (e.g. routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, WaaS)
• Configure tool integration with Remedy
• Provide client support and training
• Project Issue Support - provide troubleshooting and support for system Monitoring tools. Log support tickets with vendor, install patches and hotfixes
• Vulnerability Management - Review and install new patches on servers
• Transition Project/Build over to the Operations Team

• Experience with Broadcom OI and building automation solutions
• Strong Broadcom NetOps suite background
• Versatile in Broadcom NetOps: Spectrum, Performance Manager (PM), Mediation Manager, and Network Flow Analyzer (NFA)
• Installation and configuration, supporting networking system monitoring (routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, wireless)
• Integrating of Broadcom NetOps suite with other Broadcom solutions (Infrastructure Manager (UIM) and AIOps (Operational Intelligence Dashboard)) and third-party applications (Remedy Service Desk)

Desired:

• Familiarity with supporting monitoring tools for network solutions including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, wireless
• Familiarity with networking protocols (e.g. SNMP, MPLS)
• Knowledge of Python, PERL, Groovy or other programming languages common to monitoring tools
• Large telecom companies like AT&T, Verizon or others with a vast network infrastructure like Netflix nice to have

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP. Expected salary: Location: Oakland, CA Apply for the job now! Apply for this job