Network Engineering Business Analyst

Genesis10 is seeking a Network Engineering Business Analyst for an 11-month remote contract position with a leading client located in Akron, OH. This role pays $40-46/HR W2 based on experience. Remote location cannot be in the states of California, Colorado, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Montana, Nebraska, New York, Oregon or Washington at this time.
Job Description:
As part of the OT (Operational Technology) Networks team, the Network Engineering Business Analyst bridges the gap between business needs and the technical requirements of OT networks necessary to construct telecommunications equipment in clients Operating Companies across five states. This role is essential for ensuring the infrastructure supports critical operations, while aligning with strategic goals and regulatory requirements.
Job Duties:
Collaborate with stakeholders across various departments to identify, document, and schedule work within our Site Communication Request System (SCoReS), according to the needs of the business
Analyze current infrastructure to identify telecommunication potential, gaps, improvements, and risks
Work with network project managers (PMs), architects, and specialists to develop projects and initiatives
Assist in planning, executing, and monitoring network projects within SCoReS
Ensure project deliverables meet business requirements and are completed on time and within budget
Evaluate potential vendors and service providers for network solutions
Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships
Assist network design engineers in the creation of detailed project definitions
Facilitate communication between IT teams as well as present to sponsors and stakeholders the status of the communication track of business initiatives (PA LTIIP, OGM, NJ IIP, FAN ARP)
Participate in training programs and shadow experienced network architects and project management professionals
Qualifications:
Bachelors or associate degree in project management, computer science, technology, engineering, or business-related program
Totaling at least three years as an analyst in a similar role
Working with utility or industrial network professionals
Assembling general engineering documentation
Using terminology of underlying communications technologies including fiber (outside the plant), digital microwave, field area networks, SCADA/RTU communications, routing & switching
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word
Pursuit of project management certification desired
Ability to learn new concepts in information technology, learn the characteristics of new systems and update skills to adapt to changing technology
Detail-oriented, motivated, focused, and hard-working
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!
Genesis10 Contract & Perm Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client.
Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20 years.
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 fo