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GAF IT Networking Intern in Parsippany, New Jersey

Job Description:

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 inperforming 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.

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).

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With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world.

Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors.

GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most. ​

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