Network Engineer

Victaulic Company; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Victaulic Company is seeking a Network Engineer (NCS-5) to manage its global data, voice, and security infrastructure. You will ensure reliability, accessibility, integrity, speed, and cost efficiency of network operations across the organization.

The role covers LAN, WAN, GAN, VPN, and WLAN, with responsibilities spanning administration, design, and security, plus collaboration with vendors and business partners to drive performance and secure connectivity worldwide.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience administering a Cisco data network.
• Thorough knowledge of networking essentials.
• Experience with common TCP/IP-based services (DNS, DHCP, HTTP, FTP, SSH, SMTP).
• Familiarity with WAN technologies such as ATM or MPLS.

Responsibilities

• Administration of network infrastructure and configurations.
• Documentation of network setups and changes.
• Monitoring, logging, alerting, and reporting for network performance.
• Design and configuration of LAN/WAN/GAN and related services.
• Maintenance and security vendor management.
• Establishes relationships with vendors and partners.
• Keeps up-to-date with advancements in networking technology.
• Move, add, and change management: install hardware and integrate voice with data networks.
• Provide technical support and training for users; collaborate with IT staff.

Skills

Cisco networking

Routing & Switching

ASA firewall

Network administration

TCP/IP

DNS/DHCP/HTTP

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

CCNA

Tools

Cisco ASA Firewall

Zone-Based Firewall

Windows OS

QoS

MPLS WAN

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

Specific duties

• 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).

Victaulic is a leader in pipe joining solutions, with over 5,500 employees involved in some of the most prestigious construction projects worldwide. From the Hoover Dam to Bird’s Nest National Olympic Stadium in Beijing, Victaulic is there—increasing stability and sustainability wherever we go. While working for a fast-growing global leader is attractive, most Victaulic employees feel our best attributes are what we do for our people. This means doing things like building from within, sticking to our word, taking care of each other, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching. This blend of extraordinary opportunity and genuine caring is why so many people choose to build their lives and careers with us.