Network Engineer at Berkeley Seismology Lab
Christina M Valen
BSL operates a network of continuous real-time data collection from remote geophysical stations to centralized processing and archival. Networking infrastructure, with equipment ranging from routers and switches to cellular modems and digital radios, operates across diverse environments, ranging from inside data centers to last-mile station telemetry. Data paths include cellular, radio, microwave, WiFi, Ethernet, and VPN tunnels. This position exists to ensure the performance and resiliency of networking infrastructure, which is vital to earthquake early warning, earthquake monitoring and scientific research.
This is a 100% FTE, 2-year contract with the possibility for extension and/or conversion to career based on available funding.
The primary responsibilities for this position are:
- 30%: Leads the design, specification, configuration, installation, management and troubleshooting of data communications equipment for the flow of data from approximately 200 geophysical field stations to, between, and within multiple data centers, both on-prem and in the cloud. This includes equipment such as cell modems, digital radios, routers/switches, microwave networking infrastructure, and cloud technologies. Oversees, configures, secures, manages, and troubleshoots data communication (ex. Ethernet, T1s, microwave links, VPNs, firewalls, etc.) with outside partners and the public. Develops and implements monitoring and diagnostic tools, software, and procedures.
- 20%: Troubleshoots throughout the data communications network, interacting with a diverse set of contacts, collaborators and service providers to resolve problems. Troubleshooting responsibilities include the hardware, software and security of equipment in the field and data center, but also includes problems with data communications service providers, such as telemetry outages. Reviews and responds to network performance degradation, bandwidth usage, and data flow issues.
- 15%: Oversees, configures, secures, manages and troubleshoots data communications hardware and software within the data center, including redundant VPN gateways, routers, and switches. Works directly with vendor/manufacturer/technical support to isolate and resolve complex hardware and software issues. Configures and troubleshoots systems that support network services.
- 15%: Consults with other units and outside collaborators on planning, implementation and security for jointly used data communications systems. Works with outside partner organizations and stakeholders to ensure compatibility & conformance with their standards for data paths that cross their networks. Participates in cross-functional group discussions, activities and efforts. Provide advice and guidance on data communications infrastructure. Provides expert advice to users/units on data communication issues.
- 15%: Collaboratively reviews with other staff the data flow needs of the organization. Coordinates all phases of multiple, complex network projects: planning, design, procurement, implementation and documentation of completed infrastructure, including maps, figures, and updating database records. Evaluates and tests new, or enhanced, data communications electronics and services, including for security, reliability, robustness, and performance. Explores, develops and manages options for redundant communications paths from remote stations.
- 5%: Other tasks as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
- Thorough understanding of various network hardware platforms, network related protocols and software including understanding of OSI layer 3 protocols and layer 2 protocols at a complex level and related technical standards critical to the operation of interconnected networks.
- In-depth experience with network diagnostic and performance management tools and software, including proactive monitoring and resiliency assessments.
- Thorough and broad knowledge and experience working with network management systems, including configuration revision control, automating tasks, and remote deployments.
- Ability to gather, organize and analyze data in the completion of a variety of functional assignments.
- Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
- Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated diverse problem-solving skills.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $100,000 to $150,000 yearly ($8,333.33 to $12,500.00 monthly). This is a 100% FTE, 2-year contract position eligible for benefits. This position is FLSA Exempt and paid monthly.