Division:
Headquarters
Project Location(s):
Ballwin, MO 63011 USA
Minimum Years Experience:
5
Travel Involved:
0-10%
Job Type:
Regular
Job Classification:
Experienced
Education:
Bachelors Degree
Job Family:
Information Services
Compensation:
Salaried Exempt
Job Title:IS Network Engineer HQ
Job Family:Information
Services (IS) - Infrastructure & Operations (I&O)
Location:Position can be performed from any U.S. company office location, with opportunity for hybrid and remote work.
Position
Description: Implement, maintain, and contribute to design of computer
networks. Work alongside Information Services (IS) network team to support
network infrastructure and ensure reliable connectivity.
Essential
Duties & Responsibilities:
Configure and deploy network devices (e.g., routers, switches, and firewalls) and follow network design guidelines and implement network protocols to ensure proper integration of network components.
Monitor network performance, identify issues, and perform troubleshooting, including analyzing network logs, using network monitoring tools, and collaborating with senior engineers to resolve network problems.
Conduct routine network maintenance activities, including applying firmware updates, managing network equipment inventories, and performing backups, in addition conduct network upgrades, hardware replacements or software updates.
Ensure compliance for implementing and maintaining network security measures to protect against unauthorized access and data breaches.
Provide support to Information Services (IS) BU teams, address network-related inquiries, and troubleshoot network connectivity issues.
Monitor and assess network performance metrics to identify potential bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
Stay updated with emerging network technologies, industry trends, and best practices through self-study and training programs.
Collaborate with IS team to share knowledge and contribute to positive and productive team environment.
Contribute to network planning and design activities, conduct research, and propose solutions.
Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree from accredited degree program in Computer Science, Information Services, Engineering, or related field, and minimum of 5 years of Technology/IT (Information Technology) Network related experience, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training
Experience apply project and program management principles
Solid business acumen to solving business and technical problems
Analytical and problem-solving mindset, and adept at processing and breaking down data into actionable information
Holistic understanding of networking protocols TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, switching, wireless, and routing
Configuration and management experience with FortiGate and Fortiswitch or comparable platforms
Experience with Networking Load Balancers
Understand Cloud solutions such as Azure, AWS, or GCP
Professional presentation delivery skills and written communications skills
Ability to communicate to technical and non-technical audiences, and tailor communications appropriately
Experience with contract and vendor management
Ability to work calmly under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines
Limited travel
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of
those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit,
use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach
with hands,