An IPRAN (IP Radio Network) Specialist focuses on the design, implementation, and maintenance of IP-based radio networks. Familiar with equipment like routers (Cisco), switches, and other network devices to ensure efficient and reliable data transmission. Role involves tasks like network planning, equipment configuration, and troubleshooting network issues.
Design and Implementation:
- Network planning: Designing and planning IPRAN networks to meet specific project needs, including capacity, coverage, and performance requirements.
- Equipment configuration: Configuring routers, switches, and other network devices to establish the IPRAN network infrastructure.
- Integration: Integrating IPRAN networks with existing network infrastructures.
- Upgrade/Maintenance: Handling upgrades, maintenance, and support for IPRAN network equipment.
Monitoring and Troubleshooting:
- KPI monitoring: Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) of the IPRAN network to ensure optimal performance.
- Alarm clearance: Addressing and clearing network alarms.
- Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving network issues and performance bottlenecks.
- Network analysis and optimization: Analyzing network performance and implementing optimization strategies to improve efficiency.
Other Responsibilities:
- Subcontractor guidance: Guiding and supervising subcontractors during site surveys and network implementation.
- Database management: Maintaining databases of equipment and configurations within the IPRAN network.
- Support for projects: Supporting project delivery by providing expertise and technical assistance.