Our Fortune 500 utilities provider client in Brooklyn, NY seeks a LAN Analyst for a minimum 6 month contract. Must have a valid driver's license and be able and willing to travel throughout the company's service territory as needed. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and be capable of bending and kneeling in order to install computer equipment in tight spots. Rate is $35 / hr. Description: The company seeks a highly motivated individual to join its Technology Support group as a Systems Analyst. A Bachelors degree related to Computer Science or Information Systems with a minimum of one-year experience, or a High School Diploma/G.E.D. with a minimum of 4 years experience is required. Experience with the Microsoft Office suite required. Knowledge of Microsoft desktop systems and Windows NT/2000/XP required. Excellent knowledge of local area networking, copper and fiber wiring, departmental concentrators and switches required. A general understanding of wireless technology and mobile computing devices. Strong analytical, oral and written communication skills required for customer interaction, problem description and problem solving. Ability to handle multiple assignments with changing priorities while still meeting deadlines. Ability to learn new technology as required for the job using documentation and other available resources. Responsible for 1st and 2nd level Local Area Network support (LAN), as well as interfacing with the company's Application Development and Wide Area Network groups. Will operate in all of the company's various sites and environments, such as Headquarters Buildings, Power Plants, Substations, etc., to provide troubleshooting support, deployment of applications, infrastructure components, and workstations. The position requires good customer service skills, due to significant contact with our customers. They will work as part of a group that deploys, upgrades, and supports the workstations, applications, and associated LAN equipment. The group also works with the comapny's other technical groups to deploy and upgrade routers, switches, and new technologies as we incorporate them into our environment. This position involves heavy customer contact with all levels of employees. Ensure that safe work practices are followed and the environment is fully protected in accordance with Company policy and governmental regulations.