Network Engineer

Fire Fighter Sales & Service Co.•Moon Township, PA

17h

About The Position

The Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting the organization’s network infrastructure. This role plays a key part in ensuring network reliability, security, and performance across all sites. The ideal candidate is a strong team player with proven experience mentoring peers, collaborating across departments, and driving continuous improvement in network operations.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering.
Proficiency with Palo Alto firewalls, including VPN and tunnel configuration.
Strong experience with switches, routing protocols, and network hardware replacement.
Working knowledge of Cradlepoint devices and LTE/5G-based networking.
Experience with Extreme Networks switch platforms (installation, configuration, upgrades).
Strong understanding of port security, VLANs, and network segmentation.
Solid troubleshooting skills and experience with packet analysis tools.

Responsibilities

Network Infrastructure Management Install, configure, and maintain enterprise network hardware, including switches, routers, Cradlepoint devices, and related equipment.
Perform switch replacements and upgrade legacy network switches to Extreme Networks platforms.
Configure and manage Palo Alto firewalls, including policies, security profiles, and VPN tunnel configurations.
Implement and manage port security and network access controls to ensure compliance with security standards.
Conduct network patching, firmware updates, and rollout of new network equipment.
Support disaster recovery (DR) preparation, including testing, documentation, and infrastructure readiness.
Troubleshoot complex network issues involving connectivity, routing, switching, and wireless components.
Security & Compliance Monitor and maintain secure network configurations following organizational security policies.
Assist with vulnerability mitigation, firewall rule review, and network segmentation enhancements.
Ensure reliable and secure remote connectivity through VPNs, tunnels, and secure access solutions.
Collaboration & Mentorship Serve as a mentor to junior IT team members, providing guidance, training, and knowledge sharing.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network needs for ongoing projects, new deployments, and system integrations.
Work effectively within a team environment, assisting colleagues and contributing to a positive, solution-focused culture.
Operational Excellence Document network configurations, processes, diagrams, and troubleshooting steps.
Participate in on-call rotations and provide advanced support for escalated issues.
Assist in planning and executing network improvement initiatives and lifecycle upgrades.