Purpose of the job
Ensure availability and smooth operation and administration of the visibility layer equipment (Gigamon). In addition to coping with network expansions, in addition to the Network Performance Management
Duties and responsibilities
- Gigamon System Operation :
Ensure availability of Gigamon packet Brokers in all core sites
Checking the status of the HW modulesChecking system event logs and act accordinglyChecking active alarms and alarms log and act accordinglyCheck the status of the input and output ports of each packet broker equipmentCheck the Rx level at the input ports of each Packet BrokerInstall SW release upgrades and update patchesGigamon System Administration :Organize access to the system
Manage the accounts and access privilege to the systemMonitor the activities done by users on the systemObserve the resources utilization of the FM serverCheck for utilization of ports at both input and output portsOptimize the filtration rules according to the needsUnderstand the new system features and utilize them efficientlyBackup the system configurations for emergency situations (and update with each change)Gigamon System Integration :Follow up running expansions of Orange network
Understand the network topology and determine the best tapping pointsAssign the proper type of TAPs for use in each case according to network connectionsPlan for the connections for the inputs according to network expansionCheck for the requirements for the destination monitoring systems in-terms of the filtration rules and number / types of links requiredGigamon System Troubleshooting :Detect the root cause of any fault appears
Run diagnostics tests according to system documentationTest the status of the input ports on the system GUIMeasure the power level physically on the links, if neededCheck for and historic logs that may help in detecting the cause of faultOrganize with the related teams from both input and output sides for mutual testingReplace any faulty HW partsArrange with the supplier in case of high level support requiredInstall any correction SW patch requiredGigamon System capacity planning :Check for the actual loads versus the purchased capacity per PB device
Estimate the needed capacity per site based on the network growth roadmapOptimize the capacity by removing any unuse / obsolete linksCollaborate with platform owners to get the traffic forecast and new topology in early stage of the project planningNetwork Performance Management System :Operation and Administration of the MPLS network monitoring system
Ensure for the availability of the KPIs and output of the systemOrganize the access to the systemManage user accounts rules and privilegesJob specification
Education
University degree Faculty of Engineering-Communications Dept
Experience
6 years in telecommunications and Core Data Network field, preferable in the following fields (GSM, DCS, GPRS, Data or similar systems)
Skills and abilities
knowledge of GSM / UMTS systems and protocolsknowledge of Data Network protocolsAbility to work under pressure & having a pro-active personality.Good mastering the English language.knowledge of all interfaces / protocolsPresentation / communication skills (Inter and intra team)High analytical mentality with excellent problems solving skillsExcellent report writing ability