Global Network Engineer: SD-WAN, Security & 24x7 Ops

Compunnel Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Albany, NY, seeks a Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain their network infrastructure. This role involves expertise in Cisco IOS, WiFi, SD-WAN, and more, focusing on maximizing network operations and performance. Key responsibilities include configuring network systems, ensuring ongoing upgrades and monitoring security. Ideal candidates should have 6-8 years of experience and a relevant degree, with a strong understanding of network technologies. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of relevant experience in network engineering.
• Strong knowledge of network technologies including WiFi, SD-WAN, LAN/SDN, and VPN.
• Experience resolving tickets, leading network-related projects, and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Provide global Network Engineering support in a lead capacity.
• Configure and install complex network devices, infrastructure, and systems.
• Ensure ongoing performance of network maintenance and system upgrades.

Skills

Cisco IOS

WiFi

SD-WAN

LAN/SDN

VPN

Network security

Education

BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Firewalls

Routers

Switches

Load balancers

Job description

The Network Engineer will design, implement, maintain, and support the company’s network infrastructure. This role requires expertise in Cisco IOS, WiFi, SD-WAN, LAN/SDN, VPN, and related technologies. The engineer will maximize network operations by monitoring performance, troubleshooting outages, scheduling maintenance, and performing upgrades. At higher levels, the role involves leading the development of industry-leading technologies across video, voice, data, automation, and security. The position requires strong technical skills, incident response capability, and collaboration with cybersecurity and IT operations teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide global Network Engineering support in a lead capacity.
• Configure and install complex network devices, infrastructure, and systems.
• Ensure ongoing performance of network maintenance and system upgrades (service packs, patches, hot fixes, security configurations).
• Monitor network security and risk metrics; track issues and exceptions to risk policies.
• Liaise with Cybersecurity team members, suggest process improvements, and ensure compliance with company security protocols.
• Analyze current network configuration, performance metrics, and business needs; recommend future infrastructure improvements.
• Ensure awareness, approval, and success of changes made to network infrastructure.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6–8 years of relevant experience in network engineering.
• Familiarity with ITIL and ITOM frameworks.
• Experience resolving tickets, leading network-related projects, and incident response (on-call).
• Strong knowledge of WiFi, SD-WAN, LAN/SDN, VPN, routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and related technologies.
• Ability to design scalable networks configured to meet business objectives and ensure 24x7 availability.