20204 - Sr. Network Engineer

$81,040 - $124,800/Yr

Hyundai Autoever America - Montgomery, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Montgomery, AL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Network Engineer will provide technical guidance and establish direction for the maintenance, standards, life-cycle management, design, and implementation of the Network and Security Infrastructure. This role involves creating, evaluating, and implementing plans for high-impact IT solutions using leading-edge technologies, while considering factors such as long-term effectiveness, practicality, and technical limitations. The engineer will lead designs applied to network infrastructure prototypes and their implementation, engage in performance testing, and conduct problem analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance for network and security infrastructure maintenance and design.
• Create, evaluate, and implement plans for IT solutions involving leading-edge technologies.
• Lead designs applied to network infrastructure prototypes and their implementation.
• Configure corporate network architecture to meet company goals.
• Install and configure key network hardware such as switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Investigate and resolve network issues impacting end-user performance.
• Maintain and configure the telecommunications network, including VoIP systems.
• Design and perform network upgrades in cooperation with ISPs.
• Support and maintain the wireless network infrastructure in the Redistribution Center.
• Map and document network architecture.
• Monitor and troubleshoot wide area network issues.
• Manage monthly service charges for network-based services.
• Install and maintain network security systems to protect against threats.
• Respond to internal network threats and manage VPN access for employees.
• Administer the Network Access Control System and web filters.
• Manage Symantec Endpoint Protection Security and user rights.
• Provide support for PDAs, barcode scanners, and label printers.
• Interface with HQ to resolve service issues and outages.
• Manage and train PC support staff for helpdesk functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field preferred.
• 5 to 8+ years of experience as a primary administrator for a Network Infrastructure team.
• Understanding of TCP/IP and LAN/WAN networking principles for wired and wireless technologies.
• Knowledge of Cisco hardware and network operating system configuration (IOS, IOS-XE, etc.).
• Knowledge of routing protocols including EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP.
• Knowledge of other network protocols including STP, ARP, HSRP, etc.
• Basic understanding of security technologies and concepts including firewalls, IPS, and VPNs.
• Knowledge of Windows operating systems including installation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of computer and server hardware.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher certification is preferred.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.