Network Engineer

About the role

The Network Engineer (NCS-5) is primarily responsible for managing Victaulic's global data, voice, and security infrastructure. The role ensures the reliability, accessibility, integrity, speed, and cost efficiency of network operations for the organization.

Network Components Managed

This includes, but is not limited to, oversight of the following Victaulic network systems:

• LAN (Local Area Network)
• WAN (Wide Area Network), which connects national and international offices
• GAN (Global Area Networks), integrating LAN, WAN, and mobile communication technologies
• VPN (Virtual Private Network) for employee remote access and site-to-site setups
• Internet circuits providing company-wide access
• WLAN (Enterprise Wireless LAN)

Responsibilities

The Network Engineer is responsible for data administration of all global network infrastructure components, including routers, switches, security devices, access points, and administrative software. Specific duties include:

• Administration
• Documentation
• Monitoring, logging, alerting, and reporting
• Design
• Configuration
• Maintenance
• Security

Vendor & Manufacturer Management

• Establishes and maintains strong relationships with new and existing business partners
• Keeps up-to-date with advancements in networking technology

Planning

• Develops network roadmaps to outline the adoption timeline for network technologies
• Proposes networking solutions to address business challenges and needs

Move, Add, and Change Management

• Installs new hardware, systems, and software for networks
• Installs, configures, and maintains network services, equipment, and devices
• Integrates voice with data networks where applicable

Technical Support

• Performs troubleshooting and analysis of all Victaulic networks
• Documents network problems and resolutions for future reference
• Provides training and technical support for users with varying IT knowledge and competence
• Works closely with other departments and organizations
• Collaborates with other IT staff

Performance Management

• Monitors system performance and implements performance tuning
• Manages outsourced NOC operations, reviews trending reports, and makes recommendations
• Adjusts WAN services to ensure optimal performance at minimal cost
• Conducts routine preventative measures

Security

• Ensures all network configurations comply with guidelines set by the Victaulic IT Security Administrator
• Monitors and maintains network security, including firewalls

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience administering a Cisco data network

Technical Experience

• Cisco, Routing & Switching, ASA, Network Administration
• Thorough knowledge of networking essentials
• Hands-on experience with network devices, policies, rights, and security in a networked environment
• Comprehensive understanding of the OSI network model
• Experience with security principles, including one year of Cisco ASA Firewall and/or Zone-Based Firewall (desired)
• Experience implementing and administering common TCP/IP-based services, including DNS, DHCP, HTTP, FTP, SSH, and SMTP
• Familiarity with Windows operating system
• Experience with TCP/IP, DNS, UDP, QoS setup
• Experience working with WAN technologies such as ATM or MPLS

General Requirements

• Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer service abilities
• Project and vendor management experience (desired)

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA®)