Position Title: Network Engineer
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Location: On-site in Lake Mary, FL
Position Summary:
The ideal Network Engineer will have a strong understanding of network infrastructure and hardware, the ability to troubleshoot and visualize solutions, and experience with network security. The role involves maintaining and administering computer networks, performing disaster recovery operations, and protecting data and hardware by implementing security measures. The ideal candidate should be able to configure VPN tunnels across different countries to ensure secure and seamless connectivity. The Network Engineer will be responsible for connecting workstations across various sites to enable cross-utilization of resources. It is essential that the candidate has experience in connecting High-Performance Computing (HPC) systems, including GPU and TPU, across multiple locations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Designing and planning network infrastructure based on business requirements.
- Implementing new network solutions and/or improving existing configurations.
- Managing and maintaining network infrastructure components, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless networks.
- Connecting workstations across various sites to enable cross-utilization of resources.
- Monitoring network performance and ensuring reliability and availability.
- Troubleshooting network problems and outages; scheduling upgrades; collaborating with network architects on network optimization.
- Hands-on experience with firewall technologies (e.g., Fortinet, Cisco), VPNs, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions.
- Familiarity with network scanning and vulnerability assessment tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCNP Security) are a plus.
- Implementing and maintaining network security, including setting up firewalls, managing host security, applying encryption technologies, and ensuring network compliance with security policies and procedures.
- Performing routine maintenance activities, such as firmware upgrades and patch installations.
- Providing support to end users and other IT team members regarding network-related issues.
- Documenting network configurations, processes, and procedures.
- Creating reports and presentations for management regarding network performance, trends, and incidents.
- Collaborating with other IT staff and departments to ensure efficient operation of the organization's infrastructure.
- Working with vendors and third-party providers.
- Staying current with new technologies and industry trends.
- Evaluating and recommending new network equipment and software.
- Forecasting network capacity requirements and planning for network expansion.
- Developing and implementing network disaster recovery plans and backup procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A typical, climate-controlled office environment exists. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.