Job Description:

• Develops test and interoperability plans for network equipment and verifies / interprets / documents interoperability data
• Creates Acceptance Test Plan (ATP) criteria
• Supports engineers in all aspects of the lab for Test bench setup and tear down, to include wiring, rack stacking of hardware, configuration of CMTS and cable modems
• Responsible for complete documentation of test plan with results, design documentation, perform test plans, and modification to those test plans based on new findings in order to ensure minimal disruption to production systems
• Responsible for the development of documentation related to protocol and architectural designs, changes, migration plans, and other technical documentation for supporting staff
• Assist Principal Engineers in assessing the readiness of network for IPv6
• Recommends modifications necessary to deploy data, telephony and video service
• Performs other duties as requested by supervisor
• Contribute to the Company vision of being the industry leader in customer service through quality, commitment, courtesy and teamwork
• Travel required

Required Experience:

• Ability to analyze test results and compare those test results with specifications or standards to determine the appropriateness of the recommended feedback to the vendor for modifications of their solution
• Ability to create a test plan in MS Word
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical journals
• Ability to translate configuration specifications into working device configurations
• Ability to use personal computer and software applications (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet, etc)
• Knowledge in IPv6 network design, network architecture, protocols and network topology
• Knowledge in network designing software
• Knowledge in DOCSIS 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, 3.0; Packet Cable; and DOCSIS Set-Top Gateway
• Knowledge of support systems for network management and element management systems
• Demonstrated knowledge of IPv6 design and architecture
• Demonstrated knowledge of IPv6 equipment testing
• Demonstrated knowledge of IPv6 implementation
• Demonstrated knowledge of IPv6 routing protocols
• Demonstrated knowledge of IPv6 unicast and multicast services
• Demonstrated knowledge of deploying IPv6 in an MPLS network
• Demonstrated knowledge of securing IPv6 networks
• Demonstrated knowledge of implementing and managing provisioning suite (e.g., dhcp, tftp, dns)
• Knowledge in using tools such as network sniffers
• Knowledge in remote access solutions

Education:

• CCNA, CCNP, CCIE or juniper equivalent
• Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record within company required standards, and auto insurance