Network Engineer

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Why This Role Matters

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Network Engineer to join our IT team. This role is responsible for the design, deployment, installation, maintenance, and performance reporting of network infrastructure-both on-premises and in the cloud. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, scalable, and reliable network operations.

• Install, upgrade, and maintain all network hardware, network operating system and software as needed.
• Guide and assist with the installation, upgrade, and support of assigned network hardware, network operating systems and software.
• Monitor and administes the network, keeping system information up-to-date in a network log. Perform network troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose network problems. Manage usage of the network, network infrastructure, and network technical resources.
• Maintain a backup of all files, security, operating systems and rights.
• Establish network users, user environment, directory structures, rights, security and software on network equipment and responds to the needs and questions of users concerning their access to resources on the network.
• Administer and provide technical support for various network engineering solutions as a result of consulting departments throughout the newspaper.
• Document procedures and practices followed on the network.
• Maintain a written summary of all pending work in a written or on-line format and prepares weekly reports of activity, progress and problems.
• Manage and maintain the hardware, software, security and connectivity to the Internet.
• Make recommendations regarding network architecture, evaluation of related hardware and software products, and network problem resolution.
• Provide staffing for Communications systems support to meet Service Level Agreements, including participating in after-hours and on-call support rotation as needed.
• Attend technical conferences and seminars to keep abreast of new software and hardware product developments.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; focus in computer science, engineering, business or related technical field preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of technical experience as a network engineer
• Demonstrate the ability to perform complex technical tasks and analysis
• Demonstrate capability of working independently as well as part of a team
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with team members, vendors and management
• Advanced degree or relevant professional certification such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP) preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with network monitoring tools such as MRTG, WhatsUp Gold and Solarwinds.
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge and experience with switching technologies (L2/L3, 802.1q/1p, Rapid STP,, etc.).
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge and experience with network security products (, SSL VPN, IDP/IDS, etc).
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge and experience with TCP/IP and routing protocols such as OSPF, and BGP, preferably in both LAN/WAN environments..
• Demonstrated knowledge of network design and implementation process
• Demonstrated knowledge of network troubleshooting and hardware configuration
• Extensive familiarities with Cisco routers and switches
• Familiar with Juniper Networks routers, switches and firewalls.

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and two personal days
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
• Robust mental health resources
• Backup care and caregiver concierge services
• Gender affirming services
• Pet insurance
• Free Post digital subscription
• Leadership and career development programs