Network Engineer

Victaulic; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Victaulic is seeking a Network Engineer to oversee its global data, voice, and security infrastructure. This role ensures reliable, accessible, and cost-efficient network operations across offices and remote sites.

The successful candidate will administer routers, switches, security devices, VPNs, and network software, while developing roadmaps and coordinating with IT staff and vendors to maintain peak performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience administering a Cisco data network.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or equivalent experience.
• CCNA certification or equivalent networking certification preferred.
• Experience with Cisco ASA Firewall and Zone-Based Firewall (desired).

Responsibilities

• Manage global data, voice, and security infrastructure.
• Administer routers, switches, security devices, access points, and admin software.
• Document network configurations and procedures.
• Monitor, log, alert, and report network performance.
• Plan roadmaps and propose networking solutions.
• Install and configure new hardware, systems, and software for networks.
• Coordinate with IT teams and vendors.
• Ensure security and compliance with IT Security guidelines.
• Manage outsourced NOC operations and WAN tuning.

Skills

Cisco networking

Routing & Switching

TCP/IP knowledge

Network security concepts

OSI model understanding

WAN technologies

DNS/DHCP/HTTP/SSH/SMTP familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or related field

CCNA Certification

Tools

Cisco ASA Firewall

Zone-Based Firewall

MPLS

ATM

NOC monitoring tools

Job description

Job Description

The Network Engineer (NCS-5) is primarily responsible for managing Victaulic’s global data, voice, and security infrastructure. The role ensures the reliability, accessibility, integrity, speed, and cost efficiency of network operations for the organization.

Network Components Managed

• LAN (Local Area Network)
• WAN (Wide Area Network), which connects national and international offices
• GAN (Global Area Networks), integrating LAN, WAN, and mobile communication technologies
• VPN (Virtual Private Network) for employee remote access and site-to-site setups
• Internet circuits providing company-wide access
• WLAN (Enterprise Wireless LAN)

Responsibilities

The Network Engineer is responsible for data administration of all global network infrastructure components, including routers, switches, security devices, access points, and administrative software. Specific duties include:

• Administration
• Documentation
• Monitoring, logging, alerting, and reporting
• Design
• Configuration
• Maintenance
• Security

Vendor & Manufacturer Management

• Establishes and maintains strong relationships with new and existing business partners
• Keeps up-to-date with advancements in networking technology

Planning

• Develops network roadmaps to outline the adoption timeline for network technologies
• Proposes networking solutions to address business challenges and needs

Move, Add, and Change Management

• Installs new hardware, systems, and software for networks
• Installs, configures, and maintains network services, equipment, and devices
• Integrates voice with data networks where applicable

Technical Support

• Performs troubleshooting and analysis of all Victaulic networks
• Documents network problems and resolutions for future reference
• Provides training and technical support for users with varying IT knowledge and competence
• Works closely with other departments and organizations
• Collaborates with other IT staff

Performance Management

• Monitors system performance and implements performance tuning
• Manages outsourced NOC operations, reviews trending reports, and makes recommendations
• Adjusts WAN services to ensure optimal performance at minimal cost
• Conducts routine preventative measures

Security

• Ensures all network configurations comply with guidelines set by the Victaulic IT Security Administrator
• Monitors and maintains network security, including firewalls

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience administering a Cisco data network

Technical Experience

• Cisco, Routing & Switching, ASA, Network Administration
• Thorough knowledge of networking essentials
• Hands-on experience with network devices, policies, rights, and security in a networked environment
• Comprehensive understanding of the OSI network model
• Experience with security principles, including one year of Cisco ASA Firewall and/or Zone-Based Firewall (desired)
• Experience implementing and administering common TCP/IP-based services, including DNS, DHCP, HTTP, FTP, SSH, and SMTP
• Familiarity with Windows operating system
• Experience with TCP/IP, DNS, UDP, QoS setup
• Experience working with WAN technologies such as ATM or MPLS

General Requirements

• Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer service abilities
• Project and vendor management experience (desired)

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA®)

Victaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic data, or other legally protected status. (Background checks may be required as part of our pre-employment process).