Refresco
Overview
Senior Network Engineer responsible for the design, configuration, implementation, and monitoring of enterprise network solutions, standards, and processes. Collaborates across engineering teams to identify, define, and manage project milestones, ensuring network reliability and performance across the enterprise. Demonstrates deep expertise in network engineering principles, solution design, architecture, emerging technologies, cross-platform troubleshooting, and testing approaches from Layer 1 to Layer 7. The ideal candidate is curious, self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and organized. Responsibilities
Provide technical inputs and evaluate new and emerging network technologies to address identified gaps. Design and implement network improvements to enhance performance, capacity, and scalability. Lead day-to-day networking tasks to ensure network reliability, availability, and serviceability with minimal interruption. Provide technical support, respond to work orders and tickets, and resolve reported network problems. Install and configure networking hardware, LAN switches, Wi-Fi, and firewalls. Develop and maintain network architecture drawings and documentation. Support network compliance and risk management activities. Review network monitoring tools and respond to alerts. Participate in network incident response and lead root cause analysis (RCA) efforts, publishing RCA reports as appropriate. Update network equipment with the latest firmware releases. Apply knowledge of network systems, applications, and infrastructure to provide technical expertise for network designs, expansions, and configurations. Deploy and manage SD-WAN. Support network architecture definition, incorporating standards, templates, and processes. Assist with life cycle planning, problem management, integration, and network configuration. Manage key initiatives to ensure desired business outcomes. Build and maintain relationships with groups outside the immediate organization. Coach and guide network and technical support staff as part of team-based activities. Collaborate with vendors on implementation and deployment. Prepare and deliver visual and oral project updates. Plan future strategies and initiatives to maintain high network performance. Demonstrate strong knowledge of security principles across IT infrastructure and understand Internet security and networking protocols. Possess knowledge of operating system internals and hardening (Linux, OS X, Windows). Required Skills
Proficiency in enterprise routing and switching protocols (e.g., OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, Spanning Tree Protocol, Port Aggregates, vPC). Experience deploying and maintaining SD-WAN networks. Knowledge of current Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS software and hardware features. Experience with firewalls and firewall rule sets (e.g., Fortinet, Meraki, Cisco). Knowledge and experience with Network Configuration Manager (NCM). Proficiency in multi-vendor infrastructure platforms (e.g., Aruba/HP, Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet). Understanding of data center architectures, converged networks, and current networking trends, including SDN for Data Center Network and WAN applications. Knowledge of WAN architectures (e.g., Carrier Ethernet, Optical Fabrics (OTN), SD-WAN, MPLS). Ability to produce technical architecture, roadmaps, and designs for functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN, SD-LAN/WAN, and Cloud). Experience with Cisco Wireless Controllers, configuration, implementation, and problem resolution. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure networking, Network Automation, or network security skills is a plus. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and deliver high-quality work. Strong time management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to travel unassisted to different facilities as required. Collaborate effectively as part of a team and work independently with minimal supervision. Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment. A proactive approach to network management, continuously seeking ways to improve performance and security. Strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide and support junior team members. Commitment to staying up to date with the latest networking technologies and trends. Education and Experience
B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience in a lead Network Engineer role. At least 10 years of hands-on experience in networking, designing, implementing, deploying, and supporting a production network at an enterprise scale. Active Professional-tier Cisco Certification (CCNP) specializing in Enterprise, Data Center, or Service Provider. Expertise in Ethernet, TCP/IP, MPLS, DMVPN, QoS, and VoIP. Experience deploying and managing Fortinet Firewalls (CLI, GUI, FortiManager template, scripting, SD-WAN). Knowledge and experience with data center networking (e.g., VXLAN, Nexus Dashboard, VRFs). Proficiency in automation technologies for networking (e.g., Python/Ansible). Experience with Cisco ISE deployments and management. Preferred Qualifications
Experience deploying and managing Fortinet Firewalls (CLI, GUI, FortiManager template, scripting, SD-WAN). Knowledge and experience with data center networking (e.g., VXLAN, Nexus Dashboard, VRFs). Proficiency in automation technologies for networking (e.g., Python/Ansible). Experience with Cisco ISE deployments and management. Working Conditions
Physical Demands: Continuously sitting for prolonged periods; administrative in nature. Visual/Sensory: Attention to detail, with use of one or two senses simultaneously. Work Environment: Fast-paced; maintaining focus under pressure. Mental Stress: Deadlines and project management create pressure. Travel Requirements
Based in the Tampa Corporate Office with the ability to travel to different facilities unassisted as required. A Career with Refresco
Refresco is committed to leadership development and a values-driven culture. We offer competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, and well-being benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer
Refresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain all applicable employment laws and policies.
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Senior Network Engineer responsible for the design, configuration, implementation, and monitoring of enterprise network solutions, standards, and processes. Collaborates across engineering teams to identify, define, and manage project milestones, ensuring network reliability and performance across the enterprise. Demonstrates deep expertise in network engineering principles, solution design, architecture, emerging technologies, cross-platform troubleshooting, and testing approaches from Layer 1 to Layer 7. The ideal candidate is curious, self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and organized. Responsibilities
Provide technical inputs and evaluate new and emerging network technologies to address identified gaps. Design and implement network improvements to enhance performance, capacity, and scalability. Lead day-to-day networking tasks to ensure network reliability, availability, and serviceability with minimal interruption. Provide technical support, respond to work orders and tickets, and resolve reported network problems. Install and configure networking hardware, LAN switches, Wi-Fi, and firewalls. Develop and maintain network architecture drawings and documentation. Support network compliance and risk management activities. Review network monitoring tools and respond to alerts. Participate in network incident response and lead root cause analysis (RCA) efforts, publishing RCA reports as appropriate. Update network equipment with the latest firmware releases. Apply knowledge of network systems, applications, and infrastructure to provide technical expertise for network designs, expansions, and configurations. Deploy and manage SD-WAN. Support network architecture definition, incorporating standards, templates, and processes. Assist with life cycle planning, problem management, integration, and network configuration. Manage key initiatives to ensure desired business outcomes. Build and maintain relationships with groups outside the immediate organization. Coach and guide network and technical support staff as part of team-based activities. Collaborate with vendors on implementation and deployment. Prepare and deliver visual and oral project updates. Plan future strategies and initiatives to maintain high network performance. Demonstrate strong knowledge of security principles across IT infrastructure and understand Internet security and networking protocols. Possess knowledge of operating system internals and hardening (Linux, OS X, Windows). Required Skills
Proficiency in enterprise routing and switching protocols (e.g., OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, Spanning Tree Protocol, Port Aggregates, vPC). Experience deploying and maintaining SD-WAN networks. Knowledge of current Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS software and hardware features. Experience with firewalls and firewall rule sets (e.g., Fortinet, Meraki, Cisco). Knowledge and experience with Network Configuration Manager (NCM). Proficiency in multi-vendor infrastructure platforms (e.g., Aruba/HP, Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet). Understanding of data center architectures, converged networks, and current networking trends, including SDN for Data Center Network and WAN applications. Knowledge of WAN architectures (e.g., Carrier Ethernet, Optical Fabrics (OTN), SD-WAN, MPLS). Ability to produce technical architecture, roadmaps, and designs for functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN, SD-LAN/WAN, and Cloud). Experience with Cisco Wireless Controllers, configuration, implementation, and problem resolution. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure networking, Network Automation, or network security skills is a plus. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and deliver high-quality work. Strong time management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to travel unassisted to different facilities as required. Collaborate effectively as part of a team and work independently with minimal supervision. Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment. A proactive approach to network management, continuously seeking ways to improve performance and security. Strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide and support junior team members. Commitment to staying up to date with the latest networking technologies and trends. Education and Experience
B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience in a lead Network Engineer role. At least 10 years of hands-on experience in networking, designing, implementing, deploying, and supporting a production network at an enterprise scale. Active Professional-tier Cisco Certification (CCNP) specializing in Enterprise, Data Center, or Service Provider. Expertise in Ethernet, TCP/IP, MPLS, DMVPN, QoS, and VoIP. Experience deploying and managing Fortinet Firewalls (CLI, GUI, FortiManager template, scripting, SD-WAN). Knowledge and experience with data center networking (e.g., VXLAN, Nexus Dashboard, VRFs). Proficiency in automation technologies for networking (e.g., Python/Ansible). Experience with Cisco ISE deployments and management. Preferred Qualifications
Experience deploying and managing Fortinet Firewalls (CLI, GUI, FortiManager template, scripting, SD-WAN). Knowledge and experience with data center networking (e.g., VXLAN, Nexus Dashboard, VRFs). Proficiency in automation technologies for networking (e.g., Python/Ansible). Experience with Cisco ISE deployments and management. Working Conditions
Physical Demands: Continuously sitting for prolonged periods; administrative in nature. Visual/Sensory: Attention to detail, with use of one or two senses simultaneously. Work Environment: Fast-paced; maintaining focus under pressure. Mental Stress: Deadlines and project management create pressure. Travel Requirements
Based in the Tampa Corporate Office with the ability to travel to different facilities unassisted as required. A Career with Refresco
Refresco is committed to leadership development and a values-driven culture. We offer competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, and well-being benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer
Refresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain all applicable employment laws and policies.
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