Network Engineer

• Monitor network performance and availability; investigate alerts, identify root cause, and resolve escalated issues
• Configure and maintain network monitoring and logging to improve visibility and reduce MTTR
• Implement and administer network security controls, including firewall rules, ACLs, segmentation, and VPN
• Participate in security reviews, vulnerability remediation, incident response, audits, and compliance activities
• Design, implement, and document LAN/WAN solutions
• Evaluate LAN topologies, routing/switching approaches, and network operating systems/features
• Lead or co-lead network upgrades and new deployments, including implementation and rollback plans
• Perform advanced troubleshooting across switching, routing, wireless, and related services
• Administer network infrastructure, including configuration management, maintenance, fault isolation, and standards implementation
• Perform backup/restore activities for network device configurations and maintain inventory and documentation
• Support lifecycle management, including patching, hardware refresh, and decommissioning
• Deliver enterprise-wide projects by owning network work streams and coordinating with stakeholders
• Develop implementation documentation, diagrams, and operational runbooks
• Contribute to post-implementation reviews and continuous improvement
• Provide knowledge transfer to operations and mentor Network Engineer I team members
• Pursue continuing education, maintain relevant certifications, and complete assigned training

• Associate degree in Information Technology, Networking, Computer Science, or related field, along with at least 2 years’ related experience
• Non-degree considered if 6+ years of related experience along with a high school diploma or GED
• Occasional travel (0-5%)
• Valid passport or ability to obtain one if needed
• Good working knowledge of network protocols and services, including TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP
• Knowledge of routing and switching concepts, wireless, and network monitoring tools
• Experience with firewall administration and VPN technologies
• Cisco CCNA; CCNP (or equivalent) preferred
• Reasonable driving commute to the New Bremen, OH location is necessary (1-2 hours)
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not provided
• Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship now or in the future are not eligible for hire

Demonstrates expertise in network performance monitoring, security controls implementation, and advanced troubleshooting across LAN/WAN environments. Proficient in managing network infrastructure and delivering enterprise-wide projects while mentoring junior team members.

• Network Performance Monitoring
• Firewall Administration
• Cisco CCNA Certification
• TCP/IP Knowledge
• LAN/WAN Design

• Network Troubleshooting
• Routing Concepts
• Switching Concepts
• VPN Technologies
• Network Monitoring Tools
• Configuration Management
• Incident Response
• Vulnerability Remediation
• Documentation Development
• Backup/Restore Activities

• Mentoring
• Collaboration
• Problem-Solving

• Cisco CCNA
• Cisco CCNP

• Network Protocols
• TCP/IP
• DNS
• DHCP
• Network Security
• Compliance Activities
• Lifecycle Management
• Fault Isolation
• Operational Runbooks
• Continuous Improvement