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ABOUT SOTHEBY'S Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. Our deep expertise across 70 selling categories is supported by a leading technology platform and a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries. Selling categories include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate through RM Sotheby’s and Concierge. Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender and provides capital solutions for collectors around the world, having originated more than $12 billion in loans since its inception. Sotheby’s new global headquarters is now open at the iconic Breuer building at 945 Madison Avenue in New York City. THE ROLE The Network Engineer will be responsible for all aspects of networking in the AMER region including wide area networks (WAN), local area networks (LAN), problem solving, vendor interfacing and VPN/Internet communications. The candidate must be familiar with LAN/WAN and SD-WAN topology including routers, switches, firewalls, servers, bridges and gateways. Communicates regularly with the Global network team, IT management, and key departmental users on data communication requirements and the coordination of issues. Strong problem-solving skills required for resolving systems support issues. Structured work habits and good personal time management to effectively utilize the systems development methodology. Though an IC role, applicants should be well-suited to work autonomously while setting standards for other engineers and communicating regular updates, setting out future strategies to departmental leadership, successful candidates should be adept at creative problem solving and have experience with managed service or staff augmentation team structures. RESPONSIBILITIES Works with the Global network team, IT management, engineering and key departmental users to analyze, design, install, configure, test and document new network hardware and software environment Tunes and upgrades the network for performance and security reasons, as well as to support functional enhancements. Provides technical support to infrastructure environments as required. Uses effective problem-solving techniques, supports and recovers systems due to production problems to minimize the impact to the department or business. Monitors and evaluates network performance and reports to management. Works with the Global network team and IT management to estimate time requirements for project assignments. Organizes projects and personal time to complete multiple, diverse assignments within the scheduled timeframe. Coordinates efforts with other IT personnel to ensure effective systems implementation. Adopts and utilizes IT application tools to manage projects and support assignments. Cisco Meraki Network Switch knowledge and configuration. Establishes a capacity growth plan for the network to ensure the best quality service in a contemporary environment. Maintain proficiency in information technology and tools to enhance productivity and quality of systems administration. Sets standards and controls the necessary infrastructure process of the organization. Evaluates new vendors and hardware and software products. Provide day-to-day technical support to the Sotheby’s Asia regional user base (typically break/fix items) and on-going technical sale support. Travel to Sotheby’s AMER regional offices to assist with hardware upgrades and local support when required. Provide on and off-site site auction sale set-up and support for all regional sales. Provide project support where appropriate, including the implementation of new business applications and hardware, off-site sales, etc. Update Freshservice as calls are progressed, and take responsibility for calls