Senior Network Engineer

*This position is hybrid, requiring 3-4 days in-office per week.*About the PositionAt Affiliated Monitoring, our success depends on our ability to respond to customer alarms and provide life-saving services in a timely manner. Our networks and telecommunications systems are the lifeblood of our company and our ability to service our customers.We have an immediate need for a Senior Network and Telecommunications Engineer with at least 8 years of hands-on experience with a multisite Cisco network infrastructure.The right candidate will be self-motivated, enthusiastic and work well with our existing talented IT professionals. They will have the ability to lead projects and people and present solutions to leadership.Our goal is to grow this role into a leader within the Network and Infrastructure team. This role is ideal for a strong Network Engineer that enjoys working for an IT centric company with the newest technology, to provide thought leadership in technologies such as enterprise networking, cloud engineering and the emerging Internet-of-Things.The Sr. Network Engineer will manage many technical areas with a focus on the following:Cisco switches, routers and firewallsFortinet firewalls and SD-WANKemp load balancerInternet and WAN circuit topology and designHigh availability network design, configurations and implementationsUbiquiti wireless access points and controllersTelecommunications and the migration to cloudDuties and Responsibilities50% - Solution Design and Project DeliverySupport, install, and improve existing network infrastructureGather requirements from business stakeholdersDesign and architect network solutionsResearch new technologies and methodologiesDevelop and document specifications, researching vendors and solutions for comparison, and estimating initial and recurring costs for these solutions.Help the business leverage the Internet-of-Things for strategic growth.25% - Incident/Problem Management of Network Systems and TechnologiesAct as an escalation point for other members of ITOwn and manage multiple incidentsWork with 3rd party service providers to address outages and disruptionsRespond to business-critical emergencies, both during and after business hoursDetermine action plans to address issues, communicating proactively with service users and stakeholders.25% - Network Management, Administration & LeadershipDevelop and implement procedures for management, including reporting of performance KPI’sPerform regular compliance audits of systemsDevelop network lifecycle plansEnsure networks are secure and compliantDocument and maintain the current environment for operational and planning purposes.Manage and negotiate with key network and telecommunications vendorsRequirements8+ years’ experience in the IT industry designing, implementing, and supporting a multisite network infrastructureBachelor’s degree in computer science or related field is requiredCisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CCDP, CCIE) a plusAwareness and familiarity with ITIL/SDLC concepts and principlesIn depth and hands on experience with:Fortinet and Cisco ASA/Firepower firewalls (CLI/ASDM), Nexus and Catalyst core and edge switches, ISR routersKemp load balancersContent Filtering (Barracuda and Fortinet)BGP, OSPF, route redistribution, VxLAN, IP SLA, QoS, HSRP/VRRP, VRF, Spanning-Tree, 802.1p/q, vPC and other high availability configurations and advanced network implementationsFirewall ACL, NAT, Policy and Route based L2L VPN configurations, SD-WANNagios, PRTG, Netflow, SNMP and other network monitoring toolsTroubleshooting IP/TCP/UDP using tools/techniques such as wireshark, Cisco CML/VIRL, Traceroute, Firewall Packet-tracer, Syslog (Sumo Logic)Network Taps and Packet BrokersUbiquiti WLAN APs, controllers, 802.1xVisio, Excel, Word, Confluence, etc.Understanding of carrier transport technologies such as MPLS, VPLS, DWDM, SDHUnderstanding of traditional analog and digital telecommunicationsLinux and open-source experience a plusWhy work with usCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits packageEntrepreneurial work environment with the freedom to get things doneChance to grow by working with an extremely talented teamMake a true impact on our company and its services with high-visibility and possibilities for career growthBenefits and PerksExcellent Comprehensive Insurance Coverage401(k) Retirement Savings Plan & Employer MatchGym/Fitness Program ReimbursementAccess to Corporate DiscountsCompany Paid Life InsuranceAnd much more…Affiliated Monitoring is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Here, we believe that treating everyone with empathy and respect is not just a core value, but a responsibility. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic, feels valued and supported. We provide equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and strive to foster a culture where differences are celebrated and everyone's voice is heard. Your unique perspectives and experiences are what drive us forward.

Created: 2025-01-06