Hi Joanne
Is there any hardware in place to support wireless at COD? How will the labs be conducted?
Thank you for the question on wireless. We have cisco use 2821s with nm-air-wlc6 modules and lwapp based access points lap-air-1242. We will be doing extensive labs around controller based wireless and configuration of the same both from the controller cli as well as the GUI.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
What Type of Employers are Looking for CCNAs
I received the folling questions today and thought it such a good question that I would share it, and my response, with you:
"Hi. I met with a counselor regarding obtaining a certificate in the CIS or CIT area. Lisa said you might be able to help me understand what type of employers are looking for the CCNA certificate and what type of jobs might be obtained with one of these certificates."
Hi
I have been taking classes in computer networking. As I continue to take classes, I would like to work on finding out what businesses I would be able to work in and work on my resume and/or try to get job in a company in computer networking as I go to school--even as an intern. How would I go about getting a job in computer networking? How do I get my foot in the door? Do all companies have a networking dept? Thanks
IT managers across all vertical markets, government, healthcare, education, finance, insurance/securities, wholesalers, and retailers in the production and distribution of products, law, entertain/sports, real estate, etc. hire our graduates. Depending on the individual student’s background, he/she may find a career in any of the following fields with a degree or certificate from CIT: network administrators, system support specialists, system administrators, technical support specialist, network support specialist, computer support, security specialist, convergence specialist, or VoIP support specialist. And of course, there are also many opportunities and careers in security, not only as a career but as a network professional in the IT departments of any of the above mentioned industries.
One of the best ways to get your foot in the door is to land an internship while working on that CCNA certification. An intership, paid or unpaid, will give you that experience every company seems to be asking for. Experience can increase the number of job opportunities available to you exponentially. More than 30% of hiring managers surveryed by CareerBuilder.com said relevant experience is the most influential factor in hiring a new college graduate. Check out CODs job board, my blog, network, hit the job fairs, etc. A high percentage of students who serve in internships in up getting hired by the firm.
Hope this helps - Joanne
"Hi. I met with a counselor regarding obtaining a certificate in the CIS or CIT area. Lisa said you might be able to help me understand what type of employers are looking for the CCNA certificate and what type of jobs might be obtained with one of these certificates."
Hi
I have been taking classes in computer networking. As I continue to take classes, I would like to work on finding out what businesses I would be able to work in and work on my resume and/or try to get job in a company in computer networking as I go to school--even as an intern. How would I go about getting a job in computer networking? How do I get my foot in the door? Do all companies have a networking dept? Thanks
IT managers across all vertical markets, government, healthcare, education, finance, insurance/securities, wholesalers, and retailers in the production and distribution of products, law, entertain/sports, real estate, etc. hire our graduates. Depending on the individual student’s background, he/she may find a career in any of the following fields with a degree or certificate from CIT: network administrators, system support specialists, system administrators, technical support specialist, network support specialist, computer support, security specialist, convergence specialist, or VoIP support specialist. And of course, there are also many opportunities and careers in security, not only as a career but as a network professional in the IT departments of any of the above mentioned industries.
One of the best ways to get your foot in the door is to land an internship while working on that CCNA certification. An intership, paid or unpaid, will give you that experience every company seems to be asking for. Experience can increase the number of job opportunities available to you exponentially. More than 30% of hiring managers surveryed by CareerBuilder.com said relevant experience is the most influential factor in hiring a new college graduate. Check out CODs job board, my blog, network, hit the job fairs, etc. A high percentage of students who serve in internships in up getting hired by the firm.
Hope this helps - Joanne
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Hardware Support Specialist - Lake Forest College
Hardware Support Specialist
Lake Forest College’s Office of Library and Information Technology seeks a Hardware Support Specialist who will work closely with students, faculty, and staff to provide hardware and software support for Macintosh and Windows computers.
Will configure and install new computer hardware and support existing hardware. Supervises and mentors members of student help desk team who assist in provision of hardware support services. Serves shifts on the help desk.
Requirements:
Broad knowledge of computer hardware (Mac, Windows, and handheld and peripheral devices)
Demonstrated ability to install, diagnose and repair Macintosh (OSX) and Windows (XP and Vista) computers.
Experience working with file sharing, TCP/IP, and other network protocols.
Knowledge of Active Directory, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Suite
Strong service orientation, commitment to customer service and excellent communication skills.
Previous supervisory experience highly desirable
To apply, send letter and resume to Cindy Carlson, Director of Human Resources, Business Office, North Hall 105, Lake Forest College, 555 N. Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045.
Lake Forest College’s Office of Library and Information Technology seeks a Hardware Support Specialist who will work closely with students, faculty, and staff to provide hardware and software support for Macintosh and Windows computers.
Will configure and install new computer hardware and support existing hardware. Supervises and mentors members of student help desk team who assist in provision of hardware support services. Serves shifts on the help desk.
Requirements:
Broad knowledge of computer hardware (Mac, Windows, and handheld and peripheral devices)
Demonstrated ability to install, diagnose and repair Macintosh (OSX) and Windows (XP and Vista) computers.
Experience working with file sharing, TCP/IP, and other network protocols.
Knowledge of Active Directory, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Suite
Strong service orientation, commitment to customer service and excellent communication skills.
Previous supervisory experience highly desirable
To apply, send letter and resume to Cindy Carlson, Director of Human Resources, Business Office, North Hall 105, Lake Forest College, 555 N. Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
You've Just Gotta Check This Out!
This NetworkWorld article was sent to you by dandunhac@sbcglobal.net
Message from sender: Dice is launching a tech network for recruiters and job seekers.
Read the entire article at
http://www.networkworld.com/news/2010/072710-dice-recruiter-network.html
It includes: 20 most useful career sites for IT professionals
Message from sender: Dice is launching a tech network for recruiters and job seekers.
Read the entire article at
http://www.networkworld.com/news/2010/072710-dice-recruiter-network.html
It includes: 20 most useful career sites for IT professionals
Monday, July 26, 2010
Network & Systems Specialist I
Job Information
Job Title: Network & Systems Specialist I
Company: Advanced Technology Services, Inc.
Location: US-IL-Hoffman Estates Base Pay: N/A
Employee Type: Full-Time
ATS grew out of the need for American business to remain competitive in a rapidly changing global economy. From our roots as a spinoff enterprise from Caterpillar, ATS has grown into a leading supplier of outsourced factory maintenance, industrial component repair and IT services for top Fortune 500 companies. ATS has improved the performance for the worlds most sophisticated companies and we owe our nearly 20 years of success to our employees. Your time and your knowledge are important, make the most of both. At ATS, we’ve continually empowered our employees to develop their skills and advance in their careers. It’s our philosophy, along with our uncompromising commitment to customer satisfaction that has made ATS a success and a great place to work. Advanced Technology Services (ATS) is a nationwide leader in providing IT Services and Solutions to large Fortune 100 corporations that include Help Desk, Desk Side Support, PC Life Cycle Support, PC and Wintel/Unix Server Hardware Maintenance.
ATS has improved the performance for the world's most sophisticated companies, and we owe our success to our employees. Your time and your knowledge are important - make the most of both. At ATS, we've continually empowered our employees to develop their skills and advance in their careers. It's our philosophy, along with our uncompromising commitment to customer satisfaction that has made ATS a success and a great place to work.
ATS has an immediate opening for a Network and Systems Specialist I in Chicago/Hoffman Estates, IL.
Responsibilities will include:
Maintaining, testing network infrastructure and performing vulnerability tests
Maintaining and testing client network firewalls and overall network security
Working actively to maintain currency in a variety of computer and network related technologies such as routers, hubs, firewalls and servers
Performing research on network and computer systems for higher level analysts
Providing basic support of PC's and networks throughout the organization
Relying on higher level analysts for more complicated support
Identifying areas of operation which need upgraded equipment
Assisting with installation and troubleshooting of recommended systems
Assisting users to identify and solve data communication problems
Conferring with personnel and gathers detailed description of user needs to determine analysis at a higher level
Conducting survey to determine user need
Instructing users in use of equipment
Overseeing or assisting in installation of communications hardware
Occasionally performing minor equipment repairs
Performing more complex duties as a part of training and development
Diagnosing and/or repairing systems and software as required
Full Job Details at CareerBuilders.com
Source: CareerBuilders.com
Job Title: Network & Systems Specialist I
Company: Advanced Technology Services, Inc.
Location: US-IL-Hoffman Estates Base Pay: N/A
Employee Type: Full-Time
ATS grew out of the need for American business to remain competitive in a rapidly changing global economy. From our roots as a spinoff enterprise from Caterpillar, ATS has grown into a leading supplier of outsourced factory maintenance, industrial component repair and IT services for top Fortune 500 companies. ATS has improved the performance for the worlds most sophisticated companies and we owe our nearly 20 years of success to our employees. Your time and your knowledge are important, make the most of both. At ATS, we’ve continually empowered our employees to develop their skills and advance in their careers. It’s our philosophy, along with our uncompromising commitment to customer satisfaction that has made ATS a success and a great place to work. Advanced Technology Services (ATS) is a nationwide leader in providing IT Services and Solutions to large Fortune 100 corporations that include Help Desk, Desk Side Support, PC Life Cycle Support, PC and Wintel/Unix Server Hardware Maintenance.
ATS has improved the performance for the world's most sophisticated companies, and we owe our success to our employees. Your time and your knowledge are important - make the most of both. At ATS, we've continually empowered our employees to develop their skills and advance in their careers. It's our philosophy, along with our uncompromising commitment to customer satisfaction that has made ATS a success and a great place to work.
ATS has an immediate opening for a Network and Systems Specialist I in Chicago/Hoffman Estates, IL.
Responsibilities will include:
Maintaining, testing network infrastructure and performing vulnerability tests
Maintaining and testing client network firewalls and overall network security
Working actively to maintain currency in a variety of computer and network related technologies such as routers, hubs, firewalls and servers
Performing research on network and computer systems for higher level analysts
Providing basic support of PC's and networks throughout the organization
Relying on higher level analysts for more complicated support
Identifying areas of operation which need upgraded equipment
Assisting with installation and troubleshooting of recommended systems
Assisting users to identify and solve data communication problems
Conferring with personnel and gathers detailed description of user needs to determine analysis at a higher level
Conducting survey to determine user need
Instructing users in use of equipment
Overseeing or assisting in installation of communications hardware
Occasionally performing minor equipment repairs
Performing more complex duties as a part of training and development
Diagnosing and/or repairing systems and software as required
Full Job Details at CareerBuilders.com
Source: CareerBuilders.com
Monday, July 19, 2010
Joanne,
We have the following job opening on in Las Vegas, Please pass on or post as you like. No relocation paid, but it pays well. Regular full time w/ benefits.
You can have them email me their resume at szeitlin@viproductions.com - PDF format only.
Scott
Network Operations Engineer
WHAT IF YOU COULD START A CAREER WITH THE COMPANY THAT’S SIMPLIFYING THE WAY PEOPLE GET ONLINE?
Our Mission is Clear! Empower a smarter, more connected world with the fastest, most cost-efficient, and highest capacity 4G network -- enabling people everywhere to have the magic of the Internet with them all of the time. With unmatched network capability and investor funding from Intel Capital, Comcast, Sprint, Google, Time Warner Cable and Bright House Networks, customer experience drives our actions. Guided by our values, we are committed to making Clearwire an amazing and unique place to work for each member of our team. If you are motivated by having a role where what you do each day directly influences the way our customers work and communicate, Clearwire may be the right opportunity for you.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The selected candidate will be expected to act as a subject matter expert within a team of experts who are responsible for Clearwire's customer-facing network. Expertise in layer two network design, configuration and management preferably in a backbone ethernet and microwave environment is key. Subject matter experts will be required to provide technical leadership, documentation and escalation support to other groups within Network Operations, and Field Operations and will act as a final point escalation for production network issues.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Proactively identify system impacting issues through the analysis of network performance data and alerts.
• Support the introduction of new software releases for network elements
• Support the introduction of new network and microwave platforms to the Clearwire network
• Support the Clearwire NOC and field personnel, operations, and engineering by escalation
• Establishing and Monitoring Network KPIs and taking proactive action to avoid network performance degradation
• When required, support scheduled and emergency maintenance activities in the maintenance window
• Report and track on the root cause of network incidents for organizational review
• Assist with the creation and implementation of documentation and procedures to support Clearwire's objectives
• Resolution of major network issues that have been escalated from front tier support groups
• Generating requirements to development organizations for network operational and performance enhancements
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be available to work either 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift.
• Expertise in networking (layer two and three) in diverse physical topologies (fiber, copper, microwave)
• Previous experience and mastery of Ciena, Foundry, Cisco or Juniper network equipment
• Previous experience and mastery of Dragonwave, Orthogon, Redline or E-Band microwave equipment
• Knowledge and use of scripting languages such as Perl, Python or others preferred
• More than three years' experience in a carrier or ISP network operations role
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical thinker with the ability to “think outside the box” to resolve customer impacting situations
• Bachelor degree in related field preferred or equivalent additional experience or expertise
We have the following job opening on in Las Vegas, Please pass on or post as you like. No relocation paid, but it pays well. Regular full time w/ benefits.
You can have them email me their resume at szeitlin@viproductions.com - PDF format only.
Scott
Network Operations Engineer
WHAT IF YOU COULD START A CAREER WITH THE COMPANY THAT’S SIMPLIFYING THE WAY PEOPLE GET ONLINE?
Our Mission is Clear! Empower a smarter, more connected world with the fastest, most cost-efficient, and highest capacity 4G network -- enabling people everywhere to have the magic of the Internet with them all of the time. With unmatched network capability and investor funding from Intel Capital, Comcast, Sprint, Google, Time Warner Cable and Bright House Networks, customer experience drives our actions. Guided by our values, we are committed to making Clearwire an amazing and unique place to work for each member of our team. If you are motivated by having a role where what you do each day directly influences the way our customers work and communicate, Clearwire may be the right opportunity for you.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The selected candidate will be expected to act as a subject matter expert within a team of experts who are responsible for Clearwire's customer-facing network. Expertise in layer two network design, configuration and management preferably in a backbone ethernet and microwave environment is key. Subject matter experts will be required to provide technical leadership, documentation and escalation support to other groups within Network Operations, and Field Operations and will act as a final point escalation for production network issues.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Proactively identify system impacting issues through the analysis of network performance data and alerts.
• Support the introduction of new software releases for network elements
• Support the introduction of new network and microwave platforms to the Clearwire network
• Support the Clearwire NOC and field personnel, operations, and engineering by escalation
• Establishing and Monitoring Network KPIs and taking proactive action to avoid network performance degradation
• When required, support scheduled and emergency maintenance activities in the maintenance window
• Report and track on the root cause of network incidents for organizational review
• Assist with the creation and implementation of documentation and procedures to support Clearwire's objectives
• Resolution of major network issues that have been escalated from front tier support groups
• Generating requirements to development organizations for network operational and performance enhancements
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be available to work either 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift.
• Expertise in networking (layer two and three) in diverse physical topologies (fiber, copper, microwave)
• Previous experience and mastery of Ciena, Foundry, Cisco or Juniper network equipment
• Previous experience and mastery of Dragonwave, Orthogon, Redline or E-Band microwave equipment
• Knowledge and use of scripting languages such as Perl, Python or others preferred
• More than three years' experience in a carrier or ISP network operations role
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical thinker with the ability to “think outside the box” to resolve customer impacting situations
• Bachelor degree in related field preferred or equivalent additional experience or expertise
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Senior Cisco Certified Network Engineer
Hi Professor!
Here is another one if you wouldn't mind posting it. It looks like a good gig though. The VOIP is partially asking just to know how it works, it's not a priority.
Thanks
Job Description:
Our client needs a Senior Cisco Certified Network Engineer with 7-10 years experience to assist with day to day operations that their outsourced vendor isn't responsible for.
Duties include:
· Managing core switches
· Site to site tunneling
· Break/fix
· Bringing up a monitoring system
· Day to day operations
· Recognizing areas of weakness at the site locations they're responsible for, which number about twenty with approximately 55-60 total nodes.
They need to have strong VOIP experience as well and use Call Unity to support the Cisco 6509. They use 2811 routers and 3560 switches as well. Specific protocol knowledge isn't as important since the outsourced vendor handles the majority of the site work. This person will be the first line of defense and will be expected to troubleshoot issues before escalating to the outsourced vendor Allstream. Knowledge of Cisco Pix Firewall 515. The manager would also prefer to have the CCNA certification for this position.
Additional Job Info:
This is a 6 month Contract to Hire role with an 85K perm salary. Target Manager will do brief phone screen, then personal interview. Little to no travel is expected
Stack-Rank Top 3 Skill Sets Cisco Network engineer, VOIP, CCNA
Cody Cielenski IT RECRUITER
1400 Opus Place suite 800; Downers Grove, IL 60515
T 630.795.3349 877.686.8455
F 630.795.3390
Here is another one if you wouldn't mind posting it. It looks like a good gig though. The VOIP is partially asking just to know how it works, it's not a priority.
Thanks
Job Description:
Our client needs a Senior Cisco Certified Network Engineer with 7-10 years experience to assist with day to day operations that their outsourced vendor isn't responsible for.
Duties include:
· Managing core switches
· Site to site tunneling
· Break/fix
· Bringing up a monitoring system
· Day to day operations
· Recognizing areas of weakness at the site locations they're responsible for, which number about twenty with approximately 55-60 total nodes.
They need to have strong VOIP experience as well and use Call Unity to support the Cisco 6509. They use 2811 routers and 3560 switches as well. Specific protocol knowledge isn't as important since the outsourced vendor handles the majority of the site work. This person will be the first line of defense and will be expected to troubleshoot issues before escalating to the outsourced vendor Allstream. Knowledge of Cisco Pix Firewall 515. The manager would also prefer to have the CCNA certification for this position.
Additional Job Info:
This is a 6 month Contract to Hire role with an 85K perm salary. Target Manager will do brief phone screen, then personal interview. Little to no travel is expected
Stack-Rank Top 3 Skill Sets Cisco Network engineer, VOIP, CCNA
Cody Cielenski IT RECRUITER
1400 Opus Place suite 800; Downers Grove, IL 60515
T 630.795.3349 877.686.8455
F 630.795.3390
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