Network Engineer

Chobani•Allentown, PA

34d•$94,000 - $147,950

About The Position

The Network Engineer is responsible for the comprehensive analysis, design, installation, configuration, maintenance, and repair of our global network infrastructure and application components. Their duties encompass a diverse range of tasks, including evaluation, maintenance, installation, and training, all aimed at ensuring optimal computer network performance to meet both company and user satisfaction. They play a pivotal role in providing guidance, information, and recommendations on network configurations and installations across all sites, including multiple plants.

Requirements

Solid technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills are essential.
Minimum of three years of experience in managing enterprise network infrastructure from top-tier vendors is required.
Experience in Cisco Nexus and Catalyst series switches is required.
Proficiency in wireless networking technologies, particularly with Cisco Wireless and Meraki platforms.
Working knowledge of public cloud networking technologies (Azure, AWS).
Working knowledge of full-stack SDWAN appliances, specifically Versa and Meraki platforms.
Working knowledge of Cisco ISE platform is required.
Understanding of dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and VPN technologies is required.
Strong understanding of Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and UTM devices is required.
Ability to effectively translate technical topics into business language, both written and verbal, is important.
Strong team player with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to multitask in an enterprise business environment is necessary.
A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.

Nice To Haves

Possession of current CCNP, CCDP, or CCIE certification in routing and switching is a plus.
Experience managing network infrastructure within manufacturing or retail environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

Stay abreast of industry innovations and emerging technologies to maintain current knowledge of products, services, and market dynamics.
Collaborate closely with cybersecurity experts to design and implement robust security policies.
Collaborate closely with the automation engineers and technicians to onboard new industrial devices, and troubleshoot communication issues of existing devices.
Fully participate in the construction, configuration, and documentation of the network infrastructure.
Ensure strict adherence to network standards and service level objectives.
Design and offer technical support for Azure data center networking.
Lead large-scale projects from inception through completion.
Provide network management and support in retail store settings.
Cultivate peer relationships and promote inter-team collaboration within the IT department.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of networking fundamentals, including DNS, DHCP, IP Routing, Switching, HTTP, VPN, Email Routing, SPAM, etc.
Configure and install vendor network appliances as required by the business.
Develop, implement, and administer plant/process Ethernet networks comprising devices from Hirschmann, Palo Alto, Cisco, and others.
Manage Storage Area Networks (SAN) switching infrastructure, including application-specific equipment.
Supervise the administration of systems and servers related to the network to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of services to authorized users.
Fulfill any other duties as assigned by management.
Participate in an on-call rotation

Benefits

medical, dental, vision coverage
disability insurance
health savings account
flexible spending accounts
tuition reimbursement
401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay
fertility and childcare assistance
12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment
employee assistance program
fitness discounts
a wellness reimbursement
on-site gym access (certain locations)
a monthly wellness newsletter
120 hours of paid time off
11 holidays
paid volunteer time off