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Job Title: Engineer, Telecommunications Network

Position Details:

• Contract To Hire
• Partial Onsite: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Onsite and as Needed
• Interviews: Round 1 - Remote. Round 2 will be In person
• Hours: 830am - 5:00pm - Some on-call and weekend work required; overtime must be approved in advance; minimal travel

Responsibilities:

• Designs and develops complex software interface programs for telecommunication/voice over internet protocol (VoIP) systems. Performs engineering studies to obtain data on new equipment and system development in communications field and adaptability of equipment to existing system. Researches, tests, evaluates and recommends telecommunications/VoIP and data network systems. Supports complex telecommunications/VoIP systems throughout the organization.
• 25% Designs and develops complex software interface programs. Administers design, organization, and implementation of telecommunications/VoIP activities.
• 25% Conducts studies on communications systems and equipment, such as present and projected volume of communications, effectiveness and adequacy of system, and estimated equipment costs.
• 20% Prepares cost/benefit, feasibility and impact studies of any new telecommunications/VoIP software or hardware to be used. Recommends acquisition of newly developed, additional, or replacement equipment based on analyses. Works with vendors to ensure government changes do not conflict with the capabilities of vendor products.
• 15% Prepares detailed specifications and flowcharts for implementation of new internal programs or modifications to vendor software. Prepares, reviews, and/or evaluates network diagrams, floor plans, or site configurations for existing facilities, renovations, or new systems. Plans layout and installation of telephony communication equipment.
• 5% Provides guidance/training for less-experience personnel. Keeps abreast of changes in industry practices and emerging telecommunications/VoIP technology by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops, or participating in professional organizations or conferences.
• 5% Responsible for ensuring compliance with security policies and procedures established by the company or government contracts. Develops, maintains, or implements telecommunications disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• 5% Monitors and analyzes system performance, such as network traffic, security, and capacity. Researches, develops, designs and tests communications systems and equipment. 

Required Skills and Abilities: 

• Requires comprehensive knowledge in the area of local and wide area networking, communications, and related hardware and software with multiple administration tools.
• Requires understanding of technical aspects of telecommunications/VoIP equipment and systems and vendor capabilities.
• Knows principles, practices, terminology and trends in telephone system engineering and data communications usage as utilized by large complex organizations.
• Responsibilities require an understanding of both networking and telecommunications/VoIP theory and practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. 

Required Software and Tools: Expertise with relevant telecommunications/VoIP software and hardware.

Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job related degree. or 4 years of job related work experience or 2 years of job related experience plus an associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job related degree. 

Required Work Experience: 8 years of related telecommunications/VoIP experience.

This is the pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay someone for this position is $50/hour - $60/hour. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (provided minimum eligibility hours are met).

BlueCross is a strong supporter of our veterans, and many service men and women have joined our ranks. We’ve found the dedication, work ethic and job skills that serve well in the military excel in many of our lines of business, and we proudly have veterans filling positions in Human Resources, Information Technology, Customer Service, Operations, General Services and more. 

Through our government contracts, we also have employees serving at Shaw Air Force Base, the Naval Health Clinic in Charleston, the Naval Hospital in Beaufort and in our hometown of Columbia, S.C., at Ft. Jackson. If you are a full-time employee in the National Guard or Reserves, we will even cover the difference in your pay if you are called to active duty. If you're ready to join in a diverse company with secure, community roots and an innovative future, apply for a position now!