Senior Network Engineer

    

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team?  At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our team in Philadelphia, PA.

 

This is a hybrid-remote position open to candidates residing in PA, NJ, and DE

Salary range of 110,000-120,000 depending on experience 

 

Position details:

The Senior Network Engineer will lead and mentor a team of network engineers to design, implement, and maintain network solutions that meet business needs. The Principle Network Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues, ensuring network stability and performance. They will manage and administer company-wide WAN and LANs, including primary and secondary Data Center LANs, and oversee the management of Fortinet Firewalls, Cisco Switch/Router infrastructure, and Aruba Wireless infrastructure. The role also includes monitoring network performance, maintaining device configurations, and presenting changes to improve network performance. Additionally, the individual will coordinate with external vendors, contribute to budget forecasting, ensure network security, and maintain professional growth through continuing education and certification. 

 

Duties include:

• Management of Fortinet Firewalls at Corp Data Center and Secondary Data Center.

• Maintains Device configurations using WhatsUpGold.
• Isolates problem trends and ensures that troubleshooting efforts are completed for recurring problems until permanent solutions are found.
• Map and Maintains network topology, including locations, equipment, circuits and carriers.
• Maintain Network Infrastructure - Including procurement, hardening configuration, maintenance, and disposal of assets according to policy.
• Ordering/Disconnecting of Network services.
• Work closely with PMO to ensure and implement reliable, manageable, and secure solutions for new projects.
• Assists in project planning bid preparation site surveys and coordination and execution
• Test and evaluate IT vendor products. Recommend vendor selections and new network architecture.
• Coordinates with external vendors and tech support to resolve any software/hardware issues.
• Update and develop existing or new Data Center procedural documentation.
• Maintains accurate records of all work requests via the IT ticketing system.
• Contribute to budget forecasting as it relates to future network needs in a cost-effective manner to avoid waste of resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service.
• Provides staff support for administrative tasks and projects relative to IT Network operations.
• Ensures that daily, weekly, and monthly statistics, status reports, and graphical reporting aids are completed and continually modified to meet the needs of the department and IT management team.
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with all other employees to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate which will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Maintains competency and enhances professional growth and development through continuing education, certifications and conferences.
• On-call during off-peak hours to respond to incidents and outages, as needed for 24/7 locations.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the IT Operations Director.

 

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
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