Senior Voice Engineer, Network Services, Full-Time, Days

Job Description
The Senior Voice Engineer reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The Senior Voice Engineer works closely with other technology professionals to monitor voice systems, evaluate impact and troubleshoot problems to implement solutions, and assist in the optimization associated with systems on all voice and data communication issues.
Responsibilities:

Configures, tests, deploys, and maintains/upgrades unified communications/telephony systems
Performs adds/moves/changes and performs preventative maintenance on telephony systems
Proactively monitors and resolves potential service interruptions
Provides Tier 3 support for telecom service requests and repairs received via service tickets
Create and maintain end-user training materials and documentation
Design and implementation of telephony systems and changes throughout the organization
Manages and owns the success or failure of the implementation of telephony systems projects
Procures equipment and maintains inventory levels at standards
Maintains telephone records and procedures and is the responsible owner for such information/documentation
Plans for and designs systems for future growth
Develops a broad working knowledge of the full range of NM IS network platforms
Responds thoroughly and promptly to customer needs as defined in conjunction with our customers
Works effectively in supporting NM IS application teams with project and support activities
Prepares and delivers effective support by seeking a thorough understanding of team, department, and organizational goals and objectives
Mentors and aids in the development of Voice Engineers and Voice Engineer Associates
Provides after-hours support as part of a team on-call rotation
<
10% travel required for external site projects and support
Competencies:
Thorough understanding of Cisco Unified Communications, including Call Manger, Unity Connection, Unified Presence, Emergency Responder, and Cisco Unified Contact Center Enterprise (UCCE)
Ability to support all Unified Communications components including troubleshooting, configuration, optimization and design of a multi-cluster environment
Understanding of IPPBX features, IP phones, and the ability to train customers in their use
Solid data networking skills such as routing and switching with an emphasis on important voice concepts such as SIP, H.323, and QOS
Familiarity with high-availability design (failover systems and data replication)
Experience with Cisco RTMT and Solar Winds monitoring (or similar product)
Experience with telephony systems and services such as PSTN, ISDN, PRI, SIP trunks
Technical knowledge of network &
PC operating systems, including Windows 7/8/10, VMWare ESX Server, MS Server
Technical knowledge of current networking hardware, protocols, and telephony standards
Strong troubleshooting experience
The ability to think critically, learn quickly, deliver work on schedule, successfully resolve complex technical issues, and communicate effectively
Knowledge and experience related to incident &
change management systems
Adapts well to rapid change and multiple priorities
Develops effective relationships with users and other IS team members to enhance the timeliness and effectiveness of technology solutions