Network Engineer

Design, implement, and troubleshoot data center and campus networks.

Design and implement on-prem to public cloud network integration (site-to-site VPN, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, VPC design).

Design and implement firewall policy and network segmentation.

Rack, cable, label, and bring up network and server equipment in customer data centers and colos.

Perform on-site hardware swaps, optic and cable replacements, and physical troubleshooting.

Communicate upgrade and rollback plans and execute network upgrades.

Monitor performance, identify issues, troubleshoot, and resolve.

Troubleshoot outages and perform root cause analysis.

Build and manage infrastructure using code and automate repeatable tasks and processes.

Configure access using a least privileged approach, audit, and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.

Maintain an internal wiki with technical documentation, diagrams, and IT policies.

Communicate with clients, understand their needs and build trust.

Project Examples:

Refresh a customer’s data center core with an Arista leaf/spine design and migrate workloads with minimal downtime.

Connect a data center to AWS over Direct Connect with VPN backup and design the VPC and routing layout to support a migration.

Segment a flat network and build firewall policy around actual traffic flows.

Rack and cable a new row in a colo, bring up the switches, and cut over production with the customer on a maintenance window.

A network engineer who’s passionate about learning and capable of providing outstanding customer service. You will work directly with a variety of customers to understand their environment, their challenges, and their goals, then design, deploy, and troubleshoot the networks that connect their data centers and public clouds. Networking is the core of this role, but we’re a small team and you’ll be exposed to everything we do. If you also bring Microsoft identity and security skills, or data protection skills, you’ll have the opportunity to put them to work on customer projects and on P1 Protect, our data protection service., Arista EOS (preferred) / Cisco IOS, NX-OS

Routing and switching

Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)

Data center networking (leaf/spine, VLAN, VXLAN/EVPN, MLAG/vPC, LACP)

AWS networking (VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, VPN, security groups, NACLs)

IP networks, DNS, DHCP

Windows / Linux

AI dev/coding agents

Experience as a Network Engineer/Administrator

Hands-on data center experience (racking, cabling, structured cabling, optics, console access)

Tier 2 Technical Skills (multiple required):

Firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco)

Azure / GCP networking

M365 / Entra ID (Conditional Access, PIM, Defender, Purview, Intune, LAPS)

Active Directory and hybrid identity

VMware vSphere (vDS, NSX)

Data Protection (Backup/Recovery) Software (Cohesity, Rubrik, Commvault, Veeam, Keepit)

Terraform

Ansible

Python / PowerShell

Professional Skills:

Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude

Excellent communication skills

Ability to communicate technical concepts and the impact of technical issues

Cool under pressure

Friendly and easy-going

Teamwork oriented

P1 Culture

One of our core tenets is making P1 a great place to work. You’ll have access to and be able to learn from great engineers who are easy to work with.

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule

At P1 you’ll have an opportunity to work with a variety of customers across many industries, from media and entertainment, to aerospace, to medical and health sciences. You’ll be part of an engineering team that is immersed in new technology and is constantly learning from our customers, our partners, and each other.