Network Specialist
Confidential
Posted: February 12, 2026
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Network Specialist to assist OTI with implementation of Network technologies for key IT projects. Relevant experience in routing and switching, and deep packet inspection technology is required.
Required Skills
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Network Specialist to assist OTI with implementation of Network technologies for key IT projects. Relevant experience in routing and switching, and deep packet inspection technology is required. Consultant will be assisting OTI with architecture design planning and implementing changes
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assign port for NetScout management ports and IP addresses.
Assign port for SPAN port to mirror traffic that needs to monitor.
Add tap links to the production path without impacting traffic.
Configure the SPAN port for port-mirroring.
Configure IP assignments for NetScout devices.
Validate packet capture on each device and set thresholds for alerts.
MANDATORY SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Note: Candidates who do not have the mandatory skills will not be considered
Twelve (12) years of experience in the field of networking, routing protocols,
Must have hands-on experience with BGP, MPLS, OSPF routing protocols in a large environment
Minimum 12 years experience in deep packet inspection technologies, and roll-out of Netscout Infinistream
The candidate must be able to follow a hybrid work schedule of 3 days per week on-site and 2 days per week remote
DESIRABLE SKILLS
nGeniusONE Configuration: Expert-level ability to build Service Dashboards, custom Monitors, and Alerting Profiles based on ASI (Adaptive Service Intelligence) data.
Experience in MPLS, EIGRP, OSPF, iBGP, eBGP, IS-IS routing protocols
Detailed understanding of deploying management protocols (SNMPv3, Syslog, Netflow,etc.) 4 yrs.
Strong analytical and conceptual skills.
Ability to work in cross functional teams; excellent attention to detail.
Experience reviewing project design and system documents 4 yrs.
Experience is designing including network architectural designs in MS Visio is desired
Familiarity with City of New York network infrastructure environments and processes
Advanced "Packet-level" troubleshooting skills. Must be proficient in deep-packet inspection (DPI) and decoding complex application flows (HTTP/S, SQL, DNS, VoIP/SIP).
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Travel to / from work office(s) and remote location(s), onsite presence for maintenance windows WILL BE REQUIRED.
Travel expenses will not be reimbursed of any kind. Any travel required in connection with this position shall be limited to the five boroughs of the City of New York.
If you are interested in getting more information about this opportunity, please contact Irina Rozenberg
[email protected] at your earliest convenience.
At Ariel Partners, we solve the most difficult problems that inhibit technology from enabling our customers to achieve their goals. Our vision is to be recognized by our stakeholders as an elite provider of IT solutions, so when they have their biggest challenges, we are on their short list. We are looking for team members who share our values of: Integrity to do the right thing even when it hurts; Commitment to the long-term success and happiness of our customers, our people, and our partners; Courage to take on difficult challenges, accept new ideas, and accept incremental failure; and the constant pursuit of Excellence. Ariel Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.