Desired Skills and Experience

  • Building and implementing firewall rules, packet capture and analysis, cryptographic protocols (including IPSec, HTTPS, hashing and PKI). Next Gen firewall experience a major plus.
  • Routing and switching (specifically OSPF, subnetting and Wireless LAN optimization).
  • Windows Server administration (DHCP/DNS, DFS, AD, RDP, Volume Shadow Copies).
  • Email, contacts, and calendar integration in a MS Exchange environment.
  • Tools and methods of network and process documentation.
  • Verbal and written communication of complex concepts to a non-technical audience.
  • Purchasing and life cycle management of end user and infrastructure equipment.
  • Mobile device management and mobile VPNs, including two factor authentication.
  • Experience in implementing best practices for defense against and recovery from malware, including application whitelisting, email SPAM and virus protection, and traditional AV.
  • Experience with Savant, Vantage or other home automation platforms a major plus.
  • Project Management including scoping, detailing deliverables, communicating with stakeholders, budgeting and change management.
  • Thorough understanding of traditional telephony and VOIP technologies.
  • Cellular repeaters, WiMAX, and satellite internet.
  • Graduate degree in a related field.
  • Desired certifications: Security+ or CCNA along with MCSA/MCSE