Expert Network Engineer • Tampa Security Leader

Cybersecurity is one of the fastest growing industries and Ridge is pioneering Managed IT. Jobs in cybersecurity are expected to grow by 18% over the next 5 years and we are growing too. If you think you're a great fit for our team, apply now.

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• 401k
• Unlimited Coffee

Ridge IT Cyber is the #1 MSSP on the Inc. 5000 list of ‘Fastest Growing Private Companies in America’ for 2023 and 2024. We specialize in cyber threat protection and prevention and have implemented over 1k+ Zero Trust architectures and protect more than 500K+ users worldwide. Operating globally, Ridge IT Cyber leads the cybersecurity industry in providing the best defense and client success, partnering with the industry’s leading Cybersecurity tools.

Ridge IT is seeking a Sr. Network Engineer to support our solutions practice related to Cloud Technologies, Technology Implementations, and Zero Trust Architecture. This position is 100% onsite. The role will support project execution as a subject matter expert, develop and implement technology approaches, guide Ridge IT Engineers and Project Managers, address tier 3 related technical issues, and provide some Sales Engineer role support.

The ideal candidate will have experience modernizing networks, deploying cloud technologies, and providing direct support to customers. It is a real opportunity for growth in the company while gaining exposure to cutting-edge technology. In addition, we are highly customer-focused, which means we constantly work individually and as a team to exceed customer expectations.

Ridge IT is seeking a professional who:

• Has excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and manage multiple ongoing deployments,
• Enjoys working with people and with leading technology solutions,
• Is capable of performing 100% of their work onsite using the audio and video services available through Zoom and Microsoft Teams,
• Has a firm understanding of cloud technologies,
• Has Tier-3 troubleshooting experience or similar enterprise-level experience,
• Is seeking a long-term professional home with potential for career growth, and
• Understands, “if the company wins, I win!”

Your primary role in this position is providing subject matter expert support to Ridge IT Engineers and Project Managers. In addition, to own the technical approach and solution architect position. In this position, you will be expected to have a firm understanding of Azure, Microsoft 365, and other cloud technologies and solve complex issues related to IT modernization efforts and hybrid environments for our commercial and government customers.

In addition:

• Supporting our sales teams with subject matter expertise and product demos
• Architecture and process development
• Scoping and approach development
• Stand up of test environments

• Has a fearless approach to technology,
• A passion for new technology and activity learns and researching outside of work,
• Must be the Expert, needs to be the go-to person,
• Demonstrates expert, analytical, seasoned troubleshooting skills and SaaS experience,
• Has strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask,
• Has excellent written and oral communication skills, and
• You need to be able to work towards a deadline independently and with minimal oversight.

• Subject matter for Azure, Microsoft 365, and other clouds technologies
• Guide team members and Implement Zero Trust methodologies
• Provide guidance and remediate audit findings
• Architect and design complex networks (cloud, hybrid)
• Best practice security configurations
• Provide sound technology direction
• Streamline approaches to tasks and problems.
• Set up and configure SaaS offerings.
• Provide specialty support to the implementation and sales teams.
• Become experts on Enterprise Cyber Security solutions offered by Ridge IT
• Support Sales as a Lead Technical resource in presentations

• Firm understanding of Zero Trust methodologies
• Solid understanding of network principals
• Advanced Trouble Shooting
• Solving Connectivity Issues
• Demonstrated experience with Cloud/SaaS Technology
• Demonstrated Migration Experience
• SAML or another modern authentication protocol
• Office 365 – Exchange, One…