Network Engineer Lead

DEFINITI LLC•Erie, PA

2d•Remote

About The Position

Why join our team at Definiti? If you enjoy tackling challenges and believe in delivering exceptional client service, Definiti may be perfect for you. You can make a difference by helping to improve and secure many retirements, while also helping to grow a dynamic organization. Most roles are fully remote, so you need to be comfortable using technology, be productive in a home office with a reliable internet connection to stay in touch with your team and deliver high-quality service to our clients. Definiti supports your professional growth through comprehensive training and industry credentials and certifications. Definiti is a national retirement services company that helps clients manage and administer their retirement plans. We help clients define what's possible and what’s next for their retirement plans. PURPOSE OF POSITION The Network Engineer Lead is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of the organization’s network infrastructure. This role provides technical leadership to the network engineering team, ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performance connectivity across all systems and locations. The Network Engineer Lead drives architectural decisions, resolves complex network issues, and leads projects that enhance scalability and efficiency. This position partners closely with cross-functional teams, vendors, and leadership to ensure network solutions align with business needs and industry best practices. This role requires deep technical expertise combined with strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to guide the team and support the organization’s strategic technology objectives.

Requirements

Demonstrates strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to diagnose complex or escalated issues, determine root causes, and implement effective solutions while maintaining composure and efficiency in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations
Communicates clearly and professionally with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex concepts into accessible information
Excels at documenting processes, maintaining accurate knowledge resources, and fostering productive collaboration across teams
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to proactively anticipate future development needs and deliver efficient, high-quality support to end users.
High school diploma or GED required
Bachelor's degree required in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or related field
10+ years of experience as a Network and Security Engineer, with at least 2 years in senior role
Proven experience in network design and integration during mergers/acquisitions or similar large-scale projects
Strong background in cybersecurity, including vulnerability remediation, firewall management, and secure network architecture
Certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent are preferred
Hands-on expertise with technologies from Cisco, Fortinet, or similar vendors
Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure) and tools like SD-WAN, Zscaler, or similar
Ability to build rapport with others remotely while working productively with limited in-person interaction
Have access to a reliable and consistently strong, high-speed internet connection suitable for remote work. A stable, high-speed internet connection is essential for effective communication, collaboration, and productivity while working remotely
Designate a quiet, and well-lit space free of as many distractions as possible
Be online and available to work during designated business hours in local time zone
Accustomed to using Microsoft Teams (or similar virtual-meeting applications) to meet with colleagues regularly on video and use the chat feature for quick communications. We utilize many Microsoft Teams features (such as Channels and file storage) for announcements, relevant conversations, and file sharing. Familiarity with Microsoft Teams is a plus
Accustomed with file-storage and file-sharing tools such as Microsoft SharePoint

Nice To Haves

Experience working in retirement services and/or financial service industries a plus

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, configure, and troubleshoot enterprise networks, including LAN/WAN, routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless systems
Monitor network performance, optimize reliability, and ensure high availability and scalability
Implement and maintain network security controls, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, access controls, and segmentation strategies
Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing support, and remediation of identified security risks across network infrastructure
Lead or support projects in cybersecurity incident response and remediation including investigation, containment, and post-incident improvements related to network threats
Participate in M&A activities: Perform network due diligence on target companies, assess infrastructure compatibility, resolve IP conflicts, migrate Office 365 environments using BitTitan, and plan/execute secure network integrations
Migrate and consolidate networks from acquired entities to corporate standards, ensuring minimal disruption and alignment with security policies
Collaborate with IT security teams, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders on projects involving cloud networking, zero-trust architectures, and compliance (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI-DSS)
Mentor junior engineers and/or collaborate with IT vendors like IT Help Desk Managed Service Providers and consultants to complete projects and have successful SLA’s
Document network configurations, standard operating procedures, and provide advanced troubleshooting support.
Stay current with emerging technologies, threats, and best practices in networking and cybersecurity.

Benefits

A virtual-first work philosophy for most jobs
401(k) with up to 4% match
Flexible PTO allows you to take the time you need for wellness, vacations, and personal matters. We foster a trusting environment where employees manage their workloads responsibly. Time off doesn’t accrue.
12 paid holidays, 2 paid floating holidays, and your birthday is a holiday
Paid Parental Leave
A variety of medical, dental and vision plan options including Definiti subsidized premiums
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability insurance
Bonus plan eligibility

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