Network Engineer

Salem Five Cents Savings Bank • Salem, MA

304d • Remote

About The Position

This position requires the ability to work in the Salem, MA offices. Salem Five has more than 30 retail banking branches throughout Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk and Suffolk counties, strong business banking capabilities, an Insurance division, a Wealth Management & Trust organization and a Mortgage Company that has provided homeownership to generations of families. Salem Five believes deeply in supporting the communities in which we reside. Donations through our Charitable Foundation or events at the branch or location-level are an important part of our DNA. We would not be the company we are without our commitment to businesses and organizations that help the region thrive and to our employees. Come see what we're all about.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer in an enterprise environment.
• 3+ years of experience working with SD-WAN networking solutions.
• 3+ years of experience working with cloud technologies, preferably Microsoft Azure.
• Understanding of Azure Express Route/Direct Connect - Maintain routing, security, load balancing, front door, and other standing cloud-based network services.
• Experience with Cloud Architecture as it relates to Microsoft public/private peering. VPC peering, SG, NACL, route-table updates.
• Strong understanding of network site surveys and setting up new remote office locations.
• Proficiency in managing network components in hybrid environments, including on-premises Cisco Nexus/Catalyst switches and routers.
• Experience working with Palo Alto, Cisco, and Fortinet firewalls in both on-premise and cloud-based architectures.
• Deep knowledge of network security principles, including firewall policies, network segmentation, and access control best practices.
• Experience with Cisco Webex telephony setup, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with dot1x solutions.
• Wireless network central management experience.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to document network designs and configurations effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Microsoft and Cisco Certifications are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure and scalable network architectures across multiple locations.
• Support and troubleshoot SD-WAN solutions, ensuring seamless connectivity for remote offices.
• Conduct network site surveys and implement network setup for new branch and remote office locations.
• Configure and optimize network services such as BGP, VPN, and firewall policies.
• Manage and support Cisco (Catalyst/Nexus) network infrastructure, including configuration, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Implement and maintain Palo Alto, Cisco, and Fortinet firewalls and VPN solutions, including GlobalProtect VPN for secure remote access.
• Deploy and manage Cisco Webex telephony systems, ensuring seamless voice and video communication.
• Configure and manage NAC solutions.
• Experience with Cloud Central Wi-Fi management.
• Monitor network performance, proactively identify issues, and implement solutions to ensure high availability and security.
• Collaborate with security teams and application teams to optimize network performance and security.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices to continuously improve network infrastructure and security.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Summer Family Outing
• Annual Holiday Reception
• Competitive Base plus incentive

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree