Job Summary
We have an immediate opening for an intelligent and driven IT Professional looking for a position to utilize their skills and advanced knowledge. The Network Engineer is responsible for design, monitoring, deployment, and maintenance of the network infrastructure. The Network Engineer will help mentor junior members of the team and work with other departments to provide reliable services to customers and clients.
Remote Work Qualifications
- Access to a reliable and secure high-speed internet connection. Cable or fiber internet connections (at least 75mbps download/10mbps upload) are preferred, as satellite connections often cannot support the technologies used to perform day-to-day tasks.
- Access to a home router and modem.
- A dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free. The space should have strong wireless connection or a wired Ethernet connection (wired connection is preferred, if possible).
- A valid, physical address (apartment, suite, etc.). PO Boxes are not supported, as a physical address is required for you to receive your computer equipment.
- The desire and ability to work and communicate with other team members via chat, webcam, etc.
- Legal residents of one of the following states: (AK, AL, AR, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, and WY).
We only accept W-2 candidates, H-1B sponsorship is not available.
Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Identify, test, and implement new technology to be used in the network environment
- Installation and configuration of network related devices and systems
- Perform network maintenance duties as required (i.e. firmware and version upgrades, etc.)
- Configure and troubleshoot both site to site and remote access VPNs
- Install/connect cabling for network devices as needed
- Create and update documentation including network topology diagrams and network procedures
- Analyze network traffic for troubleshooting and performance improvements
- Provide end to end network support for a large enterprise
- Assist other teams with the analysis of application problems
- Project planning on larger projects and higher tier support
- Provide network design and analysis for new buildings as well as infrastructure updates
- Estimate network needs and costs for current and future projects
- Mentoring junior network engineers
- Other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements
- Work is performed while sitting/standing and interfacing with a personal computer.
- Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
- Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
- Requires occasional bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
- Requires the ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.
Working Environment
May require occasional travel to other facilities across the United States.
Qualifications
Experience
Minimum three (3) years of knowledge and experience with one or more of the following:
- Checkpoint Firewalls
- Cisco Firewalls, Management Center and AnyConnect
- Cisco and Dell Switches
- Setting up wireless networks, including Extreme and Meraki APs
- Routing protocols: BGP and OSPF
- Spanning tree protocols: RSTP, PVST, MSTP, R-PVST
- Syslog, TACACS, Radius, and SNMP
- Troubleshooting foundational protocols such as DNS, DHCP, and ARP
- Proficiency with MS Office required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical and complex concepts in a simple and concise way to ensure ease of understanding
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence
- Customer service-oriented attitude with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations
Nice to Haves:
- Experience working in a distribution environment preferred
- Exposure to enterprise cloud networking platforms such as Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud is preferred.
Education
This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.
Desired Traits & Skills
Hungry:
- Passionate about their work.
- Goes above and beyond to get the job done.
- Looks for opportunities in all aspects of the company.
- Process improvement focus.
Humble:
- Easily admits to mistakes.
- Acknowledges his/her weaknesses.
- Displays a grounded confidence but not arrogance.
Smart:
- Shows empathy.
- Attentive listener.
- Adjusts his/her own behavior to fit the nature of a conversation.
- Understands what others are thinking.
One Part of the Bigger Picture?
WebstaurantStore's parent company, Clark Associates, has made the Central Penn Business Journal's list of "Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies" in Pennsylvania for 9 years in a row. The base of Clark's success comes from four key directives: Hiring great people, creating value for customers, and investing in employees and their communities. These pillars drive each of Clark Associates' multi-million-dollar businesses forward, including WebstaurantStore and other industry-leading names like 11400, Clark Food Service Equipment, The Restaurant Store, and Clark National Accounts.
Are You Ready?
Entrepreneurial Spirit is the driving force behind WebstaurantStore's work environment. Making things better for our customers is our goal every single day. Achieving that goal means taking risks, accepting failure, and learning from our mistakes. If that sounds like a mission you're ready to be a part of, we'd love to discuss this role with you further, and we're excited to meet you!
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- Clark Associates Timeline [Parent Company]
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