IT Network Engineer

The Network Engineer II supports the design, implementation, maintenance, security, and troubleshooting of network infrastructure across corporate and manufacturing locations. The position works independently on day-to-day operations and assigned projects while collaborating with internal teams, business stakeholders, and vendors to provide reliable and secure connectivity

• →Basic Equipment needed is computer
• →Cell Phone optional: BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) allows the use of personal smartphone or iPad tablet to be connected to company apps

Qualifications:
Education and Experience
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and experience.
• Three or more years of network administration or engineering experience in an enterprise environment.
• Experience supporting business-critical technology in a multi-site or manufacturing environment is preferred.

Technical Knowledge and Skills
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and wireless networking.
• Experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure and security solutions. Experience with Cisco, Arista, Fortinet, or similar platforms is preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting network issues using monitoring, logging, packet analysis, and diagnostic tools.
• Working knowledge of network authentication, access control, secure remote connectivity, virtualization, cloud networking, and hybrid infrastructure.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, including segmentation, least privilege, secure administration, system hardening, and vulnerability remediation.
• Basic scripting or network automation experience is preferred.
• Ability to create clear technical documentation and communicate effectively with technical and nontechnical audiences.

Professional Competencies
• Systematic troubleshooting, attention to detail, sound judgment, and ownership through resolution.
• Ability to balance availability, security, safety, quality, and production requirements.
• Effective teamwork, prioritization, documentation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Certifications
Current networking, security, or cloud certifications from recognized industry providers are preferred. Certifications support, but do not replace, demonstrated hands-on capability.