Network Engineer

Talantir; Moon (VA); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Talantir in Pittsburgh is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, and support the organization’s network infrastructure across multiple sites. This role emphasizes reliability, security, and performance, and includes mentoring peers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls, Extreme Networks switches, Cradlepoint devices, and VPN configurations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in IT/CS.
• 3+ years of hands-on enterprise network engineering.
• Strong experience with Palo Alto firewalls and VPNs.
• Experience with Extreme Networks hardware and port security.

Responsabilités

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure.
• Configure routers, switches, VPNs, and firewalls to meet security standards.
• Mentor junior teammates and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Document configurations and support on-call rotations.

Connaissances

Enterprise networking

VPN configuration

Firewall management

Troubleshooting

Team mentorship

Formation

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Outils

Palo Alto firewalls

Extreme Networks switches

Cradlepoint devices

Description du poste

Only candidates in the Pittsburgh area will be considered The Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting the organization’s network infrastructure. This role plays a key part in ensuring network reliability, security, and performance across all sites. The ideal candidate is a strong team player with proven experience mentoring peers, collaborating across departments, and driving continuous improvement in network operations.

Key responsibilities include:

Network Infrastructure Management

• Install, configure, and maintain enterprise network hardware, including switches, routers, Cradlepoint devices, and related equipment.
• Perform switch replacements and upgrade legacy network switches to Extreme Networks platforms.
• Configure and manage Palo Alto firewalls, including policies, security profiles, and VPN tunnel configurations.
• Implement and manage port security and network access controls to ensure compliance with security standards.
• Conduct network patching, firmware updates, and rollout of new network equipment.
• Support disaster recovery (DR) preparation, including testing, documentation, and infrastructure readiness.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues involving connectivity, routing, switching, and wireless components.
• Administer and maintain network and security systems to ensure ongoing compliance with NIST 800-53 security controls and NCUA regulatory standards.

Security & Compliance

• Monitor and maintain secure network configurations following organizational security policies.
• Assist with vulnerability mitigation, firewall rule review, and network segmentation enhancements.
• Ensure reliable and secure remote connectivity through VPNs, tunnels, and secure access solutions.

Collaboration & Mentorship

• Serve as a mentor to junior IT team members, providing guidance, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network needs for ongoing projects, new deployments, and system integrations.
• Work effectively within a team environment, assisting colleagues and contributing to a positive, solution-focused culture.

Operational Excellence

• Document network configurations, processes, diagrams, and troubleshooting steps.
• Participate in on-call rotations and provide advanced support for escalated issues.
• Assist in planning and executing network improvement initiatives and lifecycle upgrades.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering.
• Proficiency with Palo Alto firewalls, including VPN and tunnel configuration.
• Strong experience with switches, routing protocols, and network hardware replacement.
• Working knowledge of Cradlepoint devices and LTE/5G-based networking.
• Experience with Extreme Networks switch platforms (installation, configuration, upgrades).
• Strong understanding of port security, VLANs, and network segmentation.
• Solid troubleshooting skills and experience with packet analysis tools.