Network Operator - (Hybrid - Rancho Cordova, CA)

Gainwell Technologies • Roseville, CA

394d • $85,100 - $106,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

Gainwell Technologies is seeking a Network Operator to manage, maintain, and optimize its network infrastructure. This role involves working with SD-WAN architecture in a large-scale network environment, focusing on designing and implementing network solutions that ensure performance, security, and redundancy. The position offers opportunities for career growth and development in a flexible work environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working in an enterprise network environment, documenting policies, procedures, and systems architecture.
• Strong knowledge of firewalls (e.g., Cisco ASA, Fortinet, Palo Alto), VPN technologies (IPsec, SSL, MPLS VPN), and load balancing (F5).
• Architectural experience with SD-WAN networks.
• Excellent network troubleshooting skills with tools such as packet tracing and Wireshark.
• Thorough understanding of Wi-Fi technologies (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), WLAN design, and Wi-Fi troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network solutions that meet the organization's requirements, including LAN, WAN, and cloud-based solutions.
• Architect and plan for high-availability network designs, ensuring network performance, security, and redundancy.
• Configure routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and other network devices.
• Deploy and maintain network hardware and software solutions, ensuring compatibility and integration with existing infrastructure.
• Implement security policies and configurations, including the use of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and secure routing protocols.
• Analyze network traffic and troubleshoot issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring optimal network performance.
• Implement and maintain network performance optimization techniques, including bandwidth management, Quality of Service (QoS), and latency reduction.
• Provide troubleshooting support for network outages, slowdowns, or other incidents affecting the network infrastructure.
• Plan for network capacity and growth, ensuring infrastructure can handle increased traffic, users, and applications.
• Ensure business continuity by implementing robust disaster recovery plans that include network redundancy and failover mechanisms.
• Manage hybrid cloud network environments, including configurations of cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and integration with on-premise networks.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend improvements and enhancements to the infrastructure.

Benefits

• Generous, flexible vacation policy
• 401(k) employer match
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Educational assistance
• Leadership and technical development academies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed