Network Engineer

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design comprehensive networking solutions for each business unit.
• Configure and install network devices and services, such as switches, firewalls, VPNs, wireless access points.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network performance and connectivity issues.
• Perform network maintenance and system upgrades outside of core business hours.
• Implement and enforce network security policies and best practices.
• Collaborate with peer engineers and vendors to resolve network problems.
• Document network architecture, configuration, and procedures.
• Travel as needed to set up or maintain compute and networking systems.
• Provide on-call support for network emergencies.

Skills and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent degree / practical working experience.
• 4+ years of overall experience in midsize or enterprise-scale Information Technology (IT) programs.
• 2+ years proven experience in Network Engineering or Architecture. Senior/Lead experience a plus.
• Solid understanding of networking protocols and technologies, such as TCP/IP, IPSEC, OSPF, BGP, QoS, etc.
• Hands-on experience with network devices and tools from vendors such as Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Auvik, DataDog, Wireshark, etc.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrable skill at communicating complex ideas.
• Exceptional ability to generate documentation for both end-users and IT peers.
• Effective ability to deliver solutions in a timely manner, keeping commitments, meeting dependencies, and aligning to critical priorities.

Beneficial Certifications for this Role:

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).
• Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist (CMSS).
• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA).

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 50% travel may be required (domestic and international).
• Most travel will be two and three-day visits to sites to install, configure, or troubleshoot.

Position Dimensions:

• Reports to the IT Infrastructure Architect.
• Accountable for delivery standards within the Solution Engineering team.
• Candidates must be eligible for work in the US without sponsorship.
• Experience with CMMC compliance is a plus.
• Position will require occasional time after hours and on weekends to provide on-call support and disruptive maintenance/installation outside of business hours.

Position Location:

• Remote, with occasional travel to sites.