Network Engineer

About Post Consult International (PCI)

PCI is a wholly owned subsidiary of An Post, providing specialist IT Strategy, Management and Development services across every aspect of An Post IT infrastructure. Alongside An Post IT staff, they collectively form the internal IT function known as Group Technology Services (GTS).

Role Purpose

An Post is currently evolving our core network, growing our ICT portfolio, and strengthening our network services both on premise and in the cloud. Group Technology Service (GTS) is critical to building the technology capability that underpins these core services. This is a dynamic, diverse and constantly evolving IT environment and as such, we need an experienced, service-focused Network Engineer who will work as part of the network team who are responsible for the end-to-end ownership of all aspects of the technology underpinning the nationwide network infrastructure.

Please note that On-Call, out of hours and weekend work will be required as part of the role.

Responsibilities

The principal responsibilities associated with this role include, but are not limited to the following:

• Support the day-to-day of network infrastructure and services across the An Post estate.
• Work Independently and in a team environment to build, configure, and implement network infrastructure.
• Serve as a network representative on enterprise projects by identifying network requirements and lead network responsibilities/ deliverables through to completion.
• Perform additional engineering and documentation activities associated either directly or indirectly with this effort.
• Deliver networking elements of Internal moves within An Post sites
• Assist the network team in the development of new technological projects.
• Pro-actively monitor network infrastructure and technologies to ensure maximum availability and minimum downtime.
• Handle network changes in accordance with any required change management process.
• Manage incidents and request logged to GTS network team.
• Coordinate with technical and security teams to analyse and implement best-practices for securely operating enterprise network resources.
• Help to ensure An Post is fully compliant in its audit, security and compliance requirements.
• Communicate with colleagues/users/clients in a manner that improves their understanding of specific technologies.
• Liaise with An Post suppliers and Service Providers as the need arises.

Knowledge and Experience:

The successful candidate will have 5 + years’ experience working in a Cisco network environment, with current formal qualification such as CCNA, or CCNP. You should have experience of Cisco networking products across Data Centre, CAMPUS, WAN, and Wi-Fi with good IP networking fundamentals experience in many of the following: Ethernet, IP, TCP, UDP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, HSRP, IPSEC, DMVPN, MPLS, VXLAN, 10G, STP, and/or 802.1x.

You should have knowledge of firewall and load balancing technologies with troubleshooting skills and methodology. Knowledge of cloud networking, cloud platforms and voice technologies are an advantage.

Experience of implementing technology initiatives within large organisations and a desire to learn new skills and technologies are crucial. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required for this role along with the ability to work on initiative and complete tasks with little supervision.

Lastly, you will need a full driving license with access to a car for travelling to regular site visits.

Critical Competencies (The following competencies are essential to the delivery of results and/or to superior performance in this role:)

• Technical & Professional Knowledge
• Teamwork
• Initiative
• Attention to Detail
• Customer & Quality Focused

Benefits

• Work Life Balance supports
• Direct Contribution Pension backed by generous Company funding
• A well-funded training programme
• A culture that focuses on employee wellbeing and career development
• Support schemes for health including Employee Assistance Plans for Wellness and Mental Health and other supports including vision care & a vaccination programme
• Occupational sick pay exceeding statutory minimum
• Health Insurance Group schemes
• Employee discounts for a variety of An Post products & services
• State of the art headquarters

How to Apply?

We welcome all interested candidates to submit a detailed CV by clicking the link to apply.

At An Post we appreciate the value that diversity brings and believe our workforce should be reflective of the customers and communities we serve. That is why we actively welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on gender, age, race, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, membership of the Travelling community, or family status. An Post is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process, or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us.

About An Post

An Post is one of Ireland’s leading organisations, offering financial and postal services as well as being a trusted gateway to government services. We are transforming from the old world of traditional letters and cash to the new digital world of e-commerce parcels and financial services.

An Post’s core purpose — to act for the common good, improving the lives of people in Ireland, now and for generations to come — is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do. Corporate Social Responsibility plays a pivotal role at An Post as we focus on developing long-term sustainability. Diversity and Inclusion are also embedded in our strategy, as we continuously evolve to be representative of our employees and the communities we serve. Read more about our strategy and our progress today!