At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to begin, grow, and develop in your career. Under this roof, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, your customers and especially your community through collaboration. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
Job Summary:Introduction
At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to begin, grow, and develop in your career. Under this roof, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, your customers and especially your community through collaboration. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
Summary:
The summer intern will integrate with the IT Network Engineering team in learning and applying basic skills in the areas of network design, implementation, and support. This includes network monitoring, upgrades and remediation. In addition, they will develop knowledge around Cyber Security, including threat detection, vulnerability management and remediation.
Essential Duties:
Learn and apply basic network design and configuration principles
Learn and apply basic network monitoring and troubleshooting techniques
Assist in defining and maintaining technical documentation and network diagrams
Develop metrics for increased tracking and reporting on network performance and availability
Track network security vulnerabilities and assist in performing remediation (code upgrades)
Assist in maintaining network device inventory databases via Cisco management tools
Explore network automation opportunities for enhancing configuration standards
Network security principles (FW’s Accesslist, etc.)
Assist in resolving network incidents within SLA’s
Assist in Telco Carrier audit to determine path diversity, resiliency, etc.
Under This Roof, We Require:
Degree or pursuing degree in Information Technology or Electrical Engineering
Technical aptitude with an interest in IT infrastructure
Under This Roof, We also value:
Basic Understanding of public cloud networking, especially within Azure and Google
Any experience with scripting such as Python
Good problem-solving skills
Understanding/embracing the value of teamwork
Basic understanding of core network components (routers, switches, wireless, and firewalls)
Basic understanding and interest in LAN/WAN and cloud technologies
Ability to work analytically to solve problems in a large environment
Good communication and interpersonal skills
How We Protect What Matters Most:
Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.
GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.
How We Protect What Matters Most:1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.
We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).