What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Engineer position at Altec?
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Autonomously design, plan, evaluate and optimize highly complex network systems
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise-grade routing, switching, and security infrastructure (Arista, Palo Alto, Aruba)
- Plan, implement, and administer enterprise firewalls and segmentation policies in Palo Alto Networks environments using Panorama.
- Support and maintain Netskope SASE (ZTNA, SWG, CASB, and NPA) solutions for secure cloud and remote access.
- Troubleshoot complex routing and switching issues (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, EVPN/VXLAN).
- Analyzes network performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions.
- Troubleshoots and resolves complex network performance issues independently.
- Collaborates with business units to understand network requirements and objectives.
- Develops and maintains network documentation including configurations, policies, and procedures.
- Contributes to the development and implementation of compliance standards and best practices.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
- High School Diploma/GED Required
- Bachelor's Degree (Technical Degree Preferred) and 4 Years Relevant Experience or 6 Years Relevant Experience
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
- Extensive hands-on experience with next-generation firewalls (NGFWs), particularly Palo Alto Networks platforms and Panorama management.
- Strong working knowledge of Aruba CX, AOS wireless, and ClearPass NAC.
- Familiarity with cloud security and SASE platforms, including Netskope (ZTNA, SWG, CASB, and NPA) or similar secure access solutions.
- Expertise in Layer 2/3 routing protocols and network security best practices.
- Experience with IP addressing, VLAN design, and DNS/DHCP management.
- Strong documentation and troubleshooting skills; comfortable in both GUI and CLI environments.
Cloud Network Architecture | Design Documentation | Integration Management | Network Analysis | Network Architecture | Network Design | Network Optimization | Performance Analysis
Enterprise-Wide Responsibilities:
- Champion continuous improvement efforts
- Proactive problem solving
- Train and mentor team members
- May have direct reports (less than 50% of time is spent on supervisory activities)
- Continued enhancement of skills and knowledge base
- Travel up to 25% may be required, specific assignments may have additional travel requirements
- All other duties as assigned
Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted.
Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.
