Network Engineer II

FHLBank; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bankwide incentive compensation

401K retirement plan

Health insurance options

Paid Time Off

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Onsite fitness center

Hybrid work model

Job summary

FHLBank Topeka is seeking an experienced network professional to design, implement, and maintain networks across office, data center, and cloud environments. You will plan architectures, configure hardware and software, monitor performance, and ensure security in collaboration with IT security teams.

The role requires a college degree and 5+ years of experience, with Cisco certifications highly regarded. Hybrid work with on-site responsibilities and after-hours support as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires college degree; Cisco certifications are highly regarded.
• 5+ years of related network engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, switching, routing, and wireless.
• Experience with Cisco ACI is highly regarded.
• Proficiency with network diagnostic and monitoring tools; familiarity with security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design network architectures including LANs, WANs, VPNs, and other types.
• Configure and install network hardware and software.
• Monitor network performance and address issues to maintain uptime.
• Collaborate with IT security on firewalls and IDS/IPS; maintain baseline security configurations.
• Diagnose and resolve network issues to minimize downtime.

Skills

TCP/IP networking

DNS/DHCP

BGP

Switching

Routing

Wireless

Network troubleshooting

Security best practices

Infrastructure as Code

Education

College degree

Cisco certifications

Tools

Cisco ACI

Network diagnostic tools

Infrastructure as Code tooling

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting computer networks for the Bank’s office, data centers, and cloud environments to ensure optimal performance and stable, secure systems.

In This Role, You Will

• Plan and design network architectures, including LANs, WANs, VPNs, and other network types.
• Configure and install network hardware (like routers, switches, and servers) and software.
• Monitor network performance to ensure optimal functionality and uptime. Proactively identify and address potential issues.
• Ensure network security by collaborating with IT Security on firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and other protective measures. Ensure baseline security configurations are implemented and maintained, and vulnerabilities addressed.
• Diagnose and resolve network issues to minimize downtime and maintain connectivity.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of network configurations, processes, and troubleshooting steps.
• Work with other IT professionals to integrate and optimize systems and assist with system administration tasks.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a college degree. Cisco certifications highly regarded.
• Five or more years of similar or related professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of networking including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, switching, routing, wireless.
• Experience with Cisco ACI highly regarded.
• Proficiency in network diagnostic and monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with network security best practices.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code technologies and methodologies highly regarded.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and AWS highly regarded.
• Accessible via cell phone during core bank hours, as well as after-hours, as needed, to provide support for normal business operations.
• Able to work and travel independently and use general office equipment.

Why work here

FHLBank Topeka strives to be an employer of choice by offering industry leading benefits such as generous vacation, volunteer hours and a hybrid operating model. Below are a few more of our benefits…

• Bankwide incentive compensation program
• 401K retirement plan with competitive company match
• Multiple health insurance offerings, including free telemedicine benefits
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, personal, volunteer and bereavement leave
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance
• Incentive-based wellness program
• Paid maternity and parent bonding leave
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance
• Onsite fitness center with shower facilities and onsite yoga classes
• Summer hours
• Onsite café

How we work

At FHLBank Topeka, employees are business partners. We believe we are successful when we partner with one another and understand that our differences only make us stronger.

• Work Location Flex Day | Business partners may work from an alternative location one day per week.
• Access to Leadership | The executives of FHLBank Topeka welcome communication with business partners. Stop by and say “Hi.” Send an email and expect a response. Or schedule a meeting to share your perspective.
• Peer-to-Peer Recognition | Our recognition programs celebrate business partners practicing FHLBank Topeka values and those working above and beyond.
• Professional Wins | FHLBank Topeka offers business partners kudos for continuing education through tuition reimbursement and certification rewards.

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FHLBank Topeka EEO Policy

FHLBank Topeka is an equal employment opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, parental status, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, military status, gender identity and expression or marital status.

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