Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Hardware & Networking Engineer to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex network infrastructure and hardware systems. This role requires a deep understanding of network architecture, security protocols, virtualization, and system administration to ensure optimal performance, security, and high availability of our IT environment. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network support activities, troubleshoot issues, and implement innovative solutions aligned with industry best practices.

Duties

• Design, configure, and manage network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, VPNs, MPLS, and SD-WAN solutions.
• Implement and maintain network security measures such as firewalls (Cisco ASA), Cisco ISE, PKI, IDS/IPS systems, and encryption protocols to safeguard organizational data.
• Support data center operations by managing VMware vSphere environments, SAN storage solutions, and server virtualization platforms like Citrix and Hyper-V.
• Administer network protocols including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, EDI/Routing protocols to ensure reliable data transmission across diverse environments.
• Manage network devices such as Cisco routers, Juniper devices, switches (Ethernet), and load balancers to optimize network traffic flow.
• Perform system administration tasks across multiple operating systems including Windows Server, Linux distributions (Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian), Solaris, BSD variants, openSUSE, macOS.
• Automate network and system configurations using scripting languages such as Bash Shell Scripting, PowerShell, Python, Ansible for DevOps workflows.
• Monitor network performance using tools like SolarWinds, PRTG Network Monitor, Splunk for real-time analytics and troubleshooting.
• Maintain high availability architectures with load balancing solutions and disaster recovery strategies ensuring minimal downtime.
• Support cloud integrations with AWS and Azure platforms by managing APIs and virtualized resources through vSphere or Citrix environments.
• Conduct regular security assessments including VPN configurations (IPsec), SSL/TLS management for HTTPS traffic encryption.
• Collaborate on SDLC processes for deploying new infrastructure projects following Agile methodologies.
• Document network architecture diagrams and procedures to facilitate knowledge sharing within the organization.

Experience

• Proven experience in network engineering or system administration roles with a focus on enterprise-level infrastructure management.
• Hands-on expertise with Cisco networking equipment (routers/switches), Juniper devices, or similar hardware platforms.
• Strong background in configuring and supporting firewalls (Cisco ASA), VPNs (IPsec), load balancers (F5 or similar).
• Experience managing virtualization environments such as VMware vSphere or Citrix XenServer is essential.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure along with related APIs is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in scripting languages including Bash Shell Scripting, PowerShell or Python for automation tasks.
• Knowledge of network security best practices including PKI management, LDAP/Active Directory integration, SSL/TLS encryption standards.
• Understanding of advanced routing protocols (BGP/EIGRP/OSPF) and MPLS networks for large-scale enterprise connectivity.
• Experience working within Agile development cycles (SDLC) in a fast-paced environment is preferred. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge networking projects in a collaborative environment that values innovation and professional growth.

Work Location: In person