20224 - Network Engineer II
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Job description
The Network Engineer II plays a key role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of the organization's network infrastructure. This position is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of LAN, WAN, and wireless environments. Working closely with cross-functional IT teams, the Network Engineer II troubleshoots network issues, optimizes performance, and helps implement scalable solutions that align with business needs. The role requires balancing technical requirements with operational priorities while maintaining a secure and resilient network environment., * Network Design & Implementation: Assist in designing, configuring, and deploying LAN, WAN, and wireless networks, including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and VLANs.
- Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Monitor network performance, identify and resolve connectivity, latency, and security issues, and ensure minimal downtime and optimal user experience.
- Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain network security controls (e.g., firewalls, IDS, access controls) and ensure adherence to change management and security policies.
- Infrastructure Management & Support: Maintain network hardware, communication circuits, and asset inventory, while supporting disaster recovery, backup, and restoration processes.
- Collaboration & Continuous Improvement: Partner with IT teams to evaluate new technologies, support capacity planning, document configurations, and provide guidance to junior team members.
Scope:
- Network Operations & Maintenance: Configure, install, and maintain network infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers) to ensure reliable performance.
- Troubleshooting & Incident Response: Diagnose and resolve connectivity, latency, and outage issues, minimizing downtime and preventing recurrence.
- Performance Monitoring & Optimization: Monitor network health and traffic to identify bottlenecks and optimize performance proactively.
- Security & Compliance: Implement and support network security controls, participate in audits, and ensure adherence to security and change management processes.
- Documentation & Collaboration: Maintain accurate network documentation and work cross-functionally to support integration, projects, and issue resolution.
- Continuous Improvement & Planning: Support capacity planning, evaluate new technologies, and share knowledge to enhance team capabilities and network efficiency., The Network Engineering team operates in a collaborative, fast-paced, and solutions-oriented environment focused on delivering reliable and secure network services. Team members are encouraged to take ownership, work cross-functionally, and continuously improve systems and processes. The culture values technical excellence, accountability, and adaptability, ensuring the team can effectively support evolving business and technology needs.
- Collaborative & Team-Focused: Strong partnership across IT teams, fostering open communication and shared problem-solving.
- Reliability & Accountability: Emphasis on ownership, responsiveness, and delivering stable, high-performing network services.
- Continuous Learning & Innovation: Encourages staying current with emerging technologies and improving processes to enhance efficiency.
- Proactive Problem Solving: Focus on anticipating issues, optimizing performance, and minimizing disruptions through forward-thinking approaches.
Requirements
Do you have experience in Telecommunications network performance monitoring?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Experience: Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience as a Network Engineer in enterprise or mid-sized environments.
- Networking Fundamentals: Strong understanding of core networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching).
- Hardware & Configuration Expertise: Proven ability to configure, manage, and troubleshoot network equipment (e.g., Cisco or similar vendors).
- Tools & Monitoring: Experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., Cisco IOS, WLC, ACS, or similar platforms).
- Certifications: CCNA (Routing & Switching) required.
- Problem Solving & Communication: Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot issues quickly and collaborate effectively across teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.
- Additional Certifications: CCNA Wireless, CCNA Voice, Network+, or equivalent certifications.
- Advanced Technologies: Experience with WiFi-6, 5G networking, or modern wireless solutions.
- Security Knowledge: Familiarity with network security principles and best practices (firewalls, access control, segmentation).
Benefits & conditions
2.72.7 out of 5 stars Savannah, GA $70,000 - $99,200 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Dental insurance, In addition to a competitive salary, this position offers a fantastic benefits package that includes comprehensive medical/dental coverage, generous PTO, education assistance, and annual merit increase eligibility in a growth-focused work environment.