Network Support Specialist - Internship (Markham, ON)

Job description

This position resides in Markham, Ontario and is a 16 (internship) month work term commencing May 2020 . It is mandatory that all applicants are enrolled in full-time studies at a post-secondary institution and returning to full-time studies upon completion of the work term.

Are you looking for an exciting and challenging opportunity where you will apply your skills, learn new skills and grow your career? If so, then read on.

A position is available on the Network Services IT Team based out of the IBM Canada Markham Software Development Lab. We are looking for candidates willing to apply themselves and participate in providing high quality technical support to a wide range of internal IBM software development customers. The successful candidate should be a self-starter with the ability to learn new technologies and think creatively. The candidate would work closely with our network services IT team to provide solutions to various network problems facing our development organizations, and to assist with the maintenance and enhancement of the existing network topology.

In this role, you will assist the network team with:

·  Full network life cycle management. This includes the following tasks:
·  document the business requirements and assist with design/architect network enhancements and topology changes;
·  support and trouble shoot the network environment, including use of trace, monitoring, and diagnostic tools;
·  maintain documentation such as topology diagrams;
·  support security compliance of network devices;
·  maintain inventory and decommission obsolete equipment.
·  Assist customers by troubleshooting network issues
·  Write, maintain, and enhance the network services team's scripts
·  Special project assignments
·  Occasional travel to other Toronto area sites and after hours and/or weekend support
Auto req ID

283816BR
Required Education

High School Diploma/GED
Role ( Job Role )

Systems Administrator
State / Province

ONTARIO
Primary job category

Technical Specialist
Company

(0026) IBM Canada Limited - IBM Canada Limitee
Contract type

Internship
Employment Type

Full-Time
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

No Travel
IBM Business Group

CLOUD
Preferred Education

None
City / Township / Village

MARKHAM
Being You @ IBM

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  Understanding of TCP/IP protocols and routing concepts including dynamic routing protocols
·  Understanding of IPv6
·  Understanding of layer 2 switching concepts
·  Experience with scripting languages such as AIX Shell, Python, and Perl
·  Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English (written and verbal)
·  Ability to manage projects through to completion with minimal supervision
·  Co-op or internship program enrollment is mandatory
Country/Region

Canada
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  Experience with Cisco IOS, NX-OS, and ASA software and devices
·  Familiarity with SAN protocols such as FCoE, FC, and FCIP
Secondary Job Category

Technical Services Specialist
Eligibility Requirements

N/A
Position Type

Intern
Early Professional Track

No Track
Location Statement

This role will involve working with technology that is covered by Export Regulations sanctions. If you are a Foreign National from any of the following US sanctioned countries (Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria) on a work permit, you are not eligible for employment in this position.
New Collar Role

Yes
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