empirical foods, inc.

Network Engineer

empirical foods, inc. · Dakota Dunes, South Dakota, United States

Food and Beverage Manufacturing · 501-1,000 employees

Yesterday
Mid (2-5 yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

Design, implement, and optimize multi-site network infrastructure including routers, switches, and firewalls. Lead network security initiatives while collaborating with the IT helpdesk to resolve complex connectivity challenges.

What they look for

Network infrastructure Routing Switching Firewall administration Data center management Network security Troubleshooting Root cause analysis Traffic management Project management Technical communication Analytical problem-solving

Requirements

Requires at least 3 years of experience in a network engineering role with strong knowledge of enterprise routing and switching. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, along with the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting up to 60lbs.

Full description

Overview

The Opportunity Join our IT team as a Network Engineer where you'll architect and maintain the critical infrastructure supporting our multi-site operations.

About the Role This position is 100% on-site at our Dakota Dunes, SD facility. The hands-on nature of managing our physical infrastructure, operations, and multi-site connectivity requires your presence on-site.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and optimize our multi-site network infrastructure including but not limited to routers, switches
  • Firewall administration and change management.
  • Keep our Data Center and Enterprise networks running at peak performance through proactive monitoring and rapid troubleshooting.
  • Lead network security initiatives and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Collaborate with our IT Helpdesk to resolve complex network challenges.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends and bring innovative solutions to the team.
  • Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong knowledge of enterprise routing and switching concepts, protocols, and best practices.
  • Experience configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting network infrastructure in a multi-site environment.
  • Hands-on experience administering and supporting firewall technologies, including security policies, access controls, and traffic management.
  • Ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve complex network connectivity and performance issues.
  • Understanding of network security principles and their application within an enterprise environment.
  • Ability to analyze network traffic, troubleshoot outages, and perform root cause analysis.
  • Experience documenting network configurations, procedures, and infrastructure changes.
  • Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and respond effectively to operational and project-related needs.

Demonstrated Competencies

  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, both in verbal and written form with the ability to explain technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Strong analytical problem-solving skills and technical troubleshooting.
  • Planning and organizational skills.
  • Demonstratable record of project management achievements.
  • High level of ambition and motivation for success, be results oriented, results driven, and self-starter.

Physical Requirements

  • Must have regular and punctual attendance.
  • This position requires walking, standing, twisting, reaching, bending, climbing, and lifting.
  • Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 60lbs.

Experience: Minimum 3+ years of experience in a network engineer or equivalent role.Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Network Administration, Information Technology, or similar field is preferred.

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