Network Engineer Manager

Cssmerge; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Discretionary vacation days

Job summary

Cssmerge is seeking a Network Operations Engineer in Los Angeles, California. As an essential part of the connectivity team, you will manage and secure WAN, VPN, and wireless infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations across offices.

Your responsibilities include optimizing performance, tracking network health, and utilizing Infrastructure as Code principles to modernize workflows. A solid understanding of networking protocols and security compliance is essential, along with experience in automation tools like Ansible.

Competitive salary range from $114,000 to $134,000 per year plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of OSI Model Layers 1-3.
• Experience in configuring and troubleshooting WAN/VPN architectures.
• Deep understanding of network security protocols.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage WAN, VPN, and wireless infrastructure.
• Manage routing/switching protocols and optimize performance.
• Proactively track network health and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Transition workflows into Infrastructure as Code using Ansible.
• Enforce security policies and maintain compliance standards.
• Plan firmware updates and conduct failover testing.
• Collaborate with vendors and evaluate new technologies.

Skills

OSI Model Layers 1-3 understanding

Router and switch configuration

Network security protocols

Scripting or automation tools knowledge

Job description

About the Role

As a Network Operations Engineer, you will be the backbone of our connectivity, ensuring our infrastructure is secure, scalable, and resilient. You will bridge the gap between traditional networking and modern automation.

Responsibilities

• Engineer & Maintain: Configure and manage WAN, VPN, and wireless infrastructure, ensuring seamless communication across all global offices and production facilities.
• Optimize Performance: Manage routing/switching protocols and perform wireless desktop surveys to optimize coverage and capacity.
• Monitor & Respond: Proactively track network health using advanced monitoring tools and serve as the Tier 2 escalation point for complex troubleshooting and outages.
• Modernize via Code: Transition traditional workflows into Infrastructure as Code (IaC) by utilizing Ansible playbooks to push configurations and automate repetitive tasks.
• Ensure Security & Compliance: Enforce rigid security policies (firewalls, IDS, access controls) and maintain strict adherence to industry standards like HIPAA, PCI DSS, and GDPR.
• Lifecycle Management: Plan firmware updates, hardware enhancements, and failover testing to minimize disruptions and meet aggressive SLOs/KPIs.
• Collaborate: Manage vendor relationships and work cross-functionally to evaluate new technologies that drive network improvements.

Qualifications

• Technical Skills: Strong, in-depth understanding of OSI Model Layers 1-3 and foundational knowledge of Layer 4 (TCP/UDP).
• Technical Expertise: Proven experience in configuring and troubleshooting routers, switches, and complex WAN/VPN architectures.
• Security First: A deep understanding of network security protocols and a track record of maintaining compliance in regulated environments.
• Automation: Highly desired experience with scripting (e.g., Python) or automation tools (e.g., Ansible).

Location

Los Angeles, California (office-based, onsite five days a week)

Salary

Base salary range: $114,000 - $134,000 per year. Compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options)
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance (short‑ and long‑term)
• Voluntary coverage: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
• Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Pet insurance discount
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter
• Time Off policies:
• Discretionary vacation days
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time
• Paid Bereavement leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.