This role is responsible for designing, planning, implementing, maintaining, and supporting network infrastructures, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and intranets in order to support and protect the business operations and growth of Tootsie Roll Industries. This role will manage the network architecture and this person will need knowledge and experience in routing, switching, and security. This role requires deep expertise in networking technologies, protocols, and infrastructure, as well as strong problem-solving and analytical skills. The network engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to assess requirements, troubleshoot issues, and optimize network performance. This role plays a critical part in implementing and maintaining network security measures such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and virtual private networks (VPNs). The network engineer also ensures that networks are safeguarded against potential threats. They perform continuous monitoring of the network performance to ensure optimal functionality.